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W579 VHR

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,440 mi
Last recorded38,440 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW579 VHR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 38,440 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 37,835 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2024 37,702 miles

clutch lever VERY stiff

Pass 23 May 2023 37,387 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

intake rubbers slightly cracking/perishing

Pass 9 May 2022 37,132 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 35,928 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 33,888 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2018 31,947 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2017 31,211 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 30,635 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 27,633 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 23,282 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 18 Feb 2013 18,708 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 18,708 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 18,037 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 17,646 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 17,646 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2009 17,447 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 16,077 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 9,025 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 6,888 miles

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

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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W579 VHR is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 W579 VHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W579 VHR registered?

W579 VHR is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 17 June 2000.

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