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W522 JBW

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

9,727 mi
Last recorded9,727 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW522 JBW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 9,727 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 9,637 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 9,626 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 9,497 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 9,484 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 8,996 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 8,895 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 8,587 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 8,105 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 7,458 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 6,527 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 5,935 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 5,935 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 5,693 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 5,298 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 5,084 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 5,084 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 4,869 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 4,674 miles

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

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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W522 JBW is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 W522 JBW, 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 W522 JBW registered?

W522 JBW is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 13 June 2000.

Is W522 JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W522 JBW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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