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PK51 BDV

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

79,787 mi
Last recorded79,787 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 BDV
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 79,787 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 78,542 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 77,373 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 76,285 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 75,555 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 71,407 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 69,681 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 67,383 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 62,136 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 59,412 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 56,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 52,077 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 52,077 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 51,590 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 46,843 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 36,511 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 36,511 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2009 25,553 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 25,553 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 18,683 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,939 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 14,875 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 10,036 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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PK51 BDV is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PK51 BDV, 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 PK51 BDV registered?

PK51 BDV is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is PK51 BDV safe to buy?

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