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W706 WGJ

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

42,139 mi
Last recorded42,139 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW706 WGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2015 42,139 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 39,981 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 39,981 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Mar 2013 40,597 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 40,595 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 35,198 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 35,188 miles

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

Rear Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 30,632 miles

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

pass switch inoperative

Fail 16 Jan 2010 25,234 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 25,234 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 20,481 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 20,481 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 11,283 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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W706 WGJ is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 W706 WGJ, 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 W706 WGJ registered?

W706 WGJ is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 20 April 2000.

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