MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,273 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
HANDLEBARS BENT.
HEADSTOCK BEARINGS TOO TIGHT.
OFFSIDE HANDLEBAR SWITCH-GEAR INSECURE.
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
HANDLEBARS BENT.
HEADSTOCK BEARINGS TOO TIGHT.
OFFSIDE HANDLEBAR SWITCH-GEAR INSECURE.
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?
Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W196 WFB is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 W196 WFB, 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 W196 WFB registered?
W196 WFB is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 1 July 2000.
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