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W493 YBM

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

13,992 mi
Last recorded13,992 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW493 YBM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 13,992 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit on 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

both front indicators slightly loose on the mounts would advise attetnion

handle bars slightly bent

head lamp / top fairing slightly damaged bent but not effecting headlamp aim or image

ignition switch / barrel broken

Fail 15 Mar 2018 13,902 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit on 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

both front indicators slightly loose on the mounts would advise attetnion

handle bars slightly bent

head lamp / top fairing slightly damaged bent but not effecting headlamp aim or image

ignition switch / barrel broken

Pass 14 Mar 2017 12,357 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 12,357 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 10,402 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 9,825 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 9,816 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 9,272 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 9,105 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 9,105 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 8,911 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 8,450 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 7,882 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 7,872 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 7,729 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 6,931 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 6,916 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 6,430 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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W493 YBM is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 W493 YBM, 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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W493 YBM is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 30 May 2000.

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