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W188 UFA

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

12,639 mi
Last recorded12,639 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW188 UFA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 12,639 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 12,598 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 12,589 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 12,556 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 12,543 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 12,540 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 12,528 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 12,523 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 12,503 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 12,486 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 12,454 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2013 12,432 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 12,432 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 12,121 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 12,106 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 12,056 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 12,034 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 12,153 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 12,103 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 11,374 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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W188 UFA is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 22,972 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 W188 UFA, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W188 UFA registered?

W188 UFA is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 2 August 2000.

Is W188 UFA safe to buy?

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