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W197 OCA

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,192 mi
Last recorded82,192 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 OCA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 82,192 miles

rear tyre worn uneven

Fail 15 Jul 2019 82,190 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 15 Jun 2018 77,435 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 76,744 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 75,861 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 74,628 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 68,615 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 61,290 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 53,887 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 46,643 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 39,607 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 34,748 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 30,309 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 24,294 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 18,277 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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W197 OCA is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 W197 OCA, 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 W197 OCA registered?

W197 OCA is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 23 March 2000.

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The MOT history for W197 OCA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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