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HW51 FCY

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

32,904 mi
Last recorded32,904 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 FCY
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 32,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 25,025 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 24,878 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 24,878 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2017 21,347 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 21,347 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 19,166 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 18,640 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 18,640 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2012 17,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 17,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 12,265 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2011 12,265 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2010 11,090 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 9,080 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 7,319 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 5,380 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2006 4,088 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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HW51 FCY is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,218 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW51 FCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW51 FCY registered?

HW51 FCY is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 5 September 2001.

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