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W657 RCG

2000 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,239 mi
Last recorded23,239 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YZF60021,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW657 RCG
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 23,239 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 22,137 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 19,465 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2008 19,452 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 19,452 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2007 16,784 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 14,777 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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W657 RCG is a 2000 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 21,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W657 RCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W657 RCG registered?

W657 RCG is a 2000 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 9 June 2000.

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The MOT history for W657 RCG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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