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W665 RCG

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

73,612 mi
Last recorded73,612 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW665 RCG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 73,612 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 73,612 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil L/H (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 72,074 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 66,378 miles

Front Side Light Bulb in-op

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 66,378 miles

Front Side Light Bulb in-op

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 62,604 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 62,604 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 52,284 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 43,132 miles

front brake pads on wear limit

Pass 15 Jun 2010 38,704 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 38,704 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Fail 17 Jun 2009 35,703 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 35,703 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 34,167 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 31,959 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 30,522 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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W665 RCG is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 W665 RCG, 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 W665 RCG registered?

W665 RCG is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 15 June 2000.

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