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W491 BCW

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,715 mi
Last recorded26,715 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2010
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW491 BCW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2010 26,715 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 26,430 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 25,693 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 25,423 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 21,744 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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W491 BCW is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W491 BCW, 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 W491 BCW registered?

W491 BCW is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is W491 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W491 BCW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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