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RX51 VPZ

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,606 mi
Last recorded35,606 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 VPZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 35,606 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 34,523 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

n/s/f indicator slight play

Pass 23 Mar 2012 29,649 miles

Various fairing screws missing

Front mudguard missing

Fail 23 Mar 2012 29,649 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Various fairing screws missing

Front mudguard missing

Pass 23 Mar 2011 25,535 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 22,879 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 22,879 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 17,080 miles

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

front mudguard not fitted

Fail 20 Mar 2009 17,016 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

front mudguard not fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2008 16,753 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 15,857 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 14,970 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 13,109 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005 13,109 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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 VPZ is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VPZ, 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 VPZ registered?

RX51 VPZ is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is RX51 VPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 VPZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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