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SK51 BZW

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

24,296 mi
Last recorded24,296 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK51 BZW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 24,296 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 22,414 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 22,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 21,138 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 19,088 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 18,419 miles

Front Tyre perished on both sidewalls

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 16,058 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 14,618 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 12,962 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 12,123 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 10,816 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,278 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 10,031 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 9,359 miles

front brakes are dragging slightly

Pass 5 Aug 2011 8,348 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 6,992 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 6,340 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 6,326 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 6,314 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)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 6,148 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2005 5,461 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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SK51 BZW is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 21,179 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 SK51 BZW, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SK51 BZW registered?

SK51 BZW is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 8 September 2001.

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