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RX51 CME

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

50,651 mi
Last recorded50,651 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 CME
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 50,651 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 50,646 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 50,615 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 50,615 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 50,300 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 50,300 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 49,926 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 49,386 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 48,761 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 48,064 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 43,329 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 43,329 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 40,593 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 39,019 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 33,682 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 33,682 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 28,659 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 28,659 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 26,332 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 24,432 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 21,268 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 21,268 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 18,685 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 16,434 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 16,434 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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RX51 CME is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 RX51 CME, 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 RX51 CME registered?

RX51 CME is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 CME safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 CME shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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