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HJ02 NYZ

2002 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,069 mi
Last recorded35,069 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS60020,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 NYZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 35,069 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 34,730 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 34,586 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 34,308 miles

slight bind front brake

Pass 20 Nov 2021 33,880 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 33,715 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 33,715 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2011 30,357 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

N/S Front fairing inner insecure

O/S Rear bulb not working

Fail 14 May 2011 30,257 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

N/S & O/S Front fairing infills contact forks on full lock

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 May 2010 19,746 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 18,830 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 18,830 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 11,052 miles

Nail in front tyre

Pass 3 Aug 2007 8,101 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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HJ02 NYZ is a 2002 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 20,303 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ02 NYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ02 NYZ registered?

HJ02 NYZ is a 2002 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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