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W696 WAD

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

23,858 mi
Last recorded23,858 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW696 WAD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 23,858 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

headlamp mask fitted

one of two rear lamp bulbs not working

Pass 30 Mar 2019 23,777 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2018 23,483 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

headlamp mask fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2018 23,483 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2017 22,898 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

headlamp mask fitted

Fail 1 Apr 2017 22,898 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2016 22,375 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 22,375 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 21,481 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 21,481 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 20,021 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 20,021 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 19,009 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 15,824 miles

inlet rubbers perished

oil level high

Fail 29 Mar 2012 15,795 miles

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

fairing broken

inlet rubbers perished

oil level high

rear silencer slightly loose

Pass 22 Mar 2011 14,644 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 13,526 miles

bodywork damaged

Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,920 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2006 11,841 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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W696 WAD is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 W696 WAD, 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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W696 WAD is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 11 April 2000.

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