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W701 YFL

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,340 mi
Last recorded8,340 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW701 YFL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 8,340 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 8,353 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 8,340 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 8,295 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 8,185 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 8,109 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 8,109 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake stop lamp switch not working (1.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 8,085 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 8,085 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 8,004 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 7,904 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 7,844 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 7,758 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2010 7,580 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 May 2009 7,458 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 27 May 2008 7,393 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 26 May 2007 7,336 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 May 2006 7,060 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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W701 YFL is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W701 YFL, 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 W701 YFL registered?

W701 YFL is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 12 June 2000.

Is W701 YFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W701 YFL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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