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W561 PLS

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,932 mi
Last recorded16,932 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW561 PLS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 16,932 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 16,594 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 16,221 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 15,957 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 4 May 2022 15,081 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2021 14,703 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 May 2020 14,338 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 13,822 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 13,099 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 12,311 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 May 2016 11,728 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 11,213 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 10,084 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2013 10,084 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 9,786 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 9,302 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 8,018 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 7,125 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2007 7,125 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 6,170 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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W561 PLS is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W561 PLS, 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 W561 PLS registered?

W561 PLS is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W561 PLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W561 PLS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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