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SG52 VDZ

2002 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,183 mi
Last recorded42,183 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha YZF60017,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 VDZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 42,183 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 42,183 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 39,189 miles

Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired showing front callipers ,wear between pads and calliper both sides (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy with baffle in (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 28,526 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 28,503 miles

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 28,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 26 Jan 2022 28,024 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 27,658 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2019 26,670 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 26,406 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 26,189 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 23,175 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 21,963 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 19,730 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 18,037 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 15,395 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 12,589 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 10,859 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 9,817 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 9,278 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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SG52 VDZ is a 2002 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 17,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SG52 VDZ, 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 24 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 SG52 VDZ registered?

SG52 VDZ is a 2002 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 21 November 2002.

Is SG52 VDZ safe to buy?

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