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W354 SCN

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,539 mi
Last recorded52,539 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW354 SCN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Mar 2015 52,539 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 52,539 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 48,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 41,953 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear mudguard lightly rubbing on rear wheel

Pass 27 Jan 2012 38,792 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

number plate bracket is worn

Pass 2 Mar 2011 36,658 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2010 28,887 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2010 28,887 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)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2009 21,481 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 20,794 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 20,794 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 20,025 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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W354 SCN is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W354 SCN, 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 W354 SCN registered?

W354 SCN is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 18 May 2000.

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