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J6 PTF

1999 Yamaha FZS600

Gold Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

23,085 mi
Last recorded23,085 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha FZS60025,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 PTF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 23,085 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 23,023 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear BRAKE HOSE NEEDS CLIPPED

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 22,945 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 22,908 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 22,813 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 22,756 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 22,682 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 22,421 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 21,658 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

top fairing loose

Pass 3 Aug 2015 20,817 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 20,094 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 20,092 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,613 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 17,125 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 16,749 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,749 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 16,152 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,479 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 12,632 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,316 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 11,316 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 9,072 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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J6 PTF is a 1999 Yamaha FZS600 in Gold with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 25,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J6 PTF, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J6 PTF registered?

J6 PTF is a 1999 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 1 November 1999.

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The MOT history for J6 PTF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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