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W705 FOW

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

22,333 mi
Last recorded22,333 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW705 FOW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 22,333 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 20,016 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 19,333 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 19,224 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 19,040 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 18,900 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 18,446 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 17,785 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 17,785 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 17,054 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 16,373 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 16,122 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

number plate slightly smaller than average

Pass 19 Apr 2011 15,502 miles

Exhaust Is Stamped BSAU193a(E3)

Front Tyre Is Wearing Out Of Shape!

Number Plate Is Not Full Size But Can Easily Be Read From 15m!

Pass 2 Apr 2008 15,225 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 14,476 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 13,121 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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W705 FOW is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 W705 FOW, 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 W705 FOW registered?

W705 FOW is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 17 May 2000.

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