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W79 NJK

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW79 NJK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026
Pass 8 May 2019 37,360 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 36,352 miles

chainguard insecure

Fail 10 May 2018 36,352 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

chainguard insecure

Pass 22 Apr 2017 35,714 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 35,169 miles

chainguard loose

Pass 11 Mar 2015
Pass 23 Aug 2013 50,475 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 48,320 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 45,194 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 39,503 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 32,773 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 32,737 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 31,567 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 31,567 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 30,181 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 30,181 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

front tyre on limit. front brakes binding. rear brake disc scored.

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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W79 NJK is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 W79 NJK, 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 W79 NJK registered?

W79 NJK is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 6 April 2000.

Is W79 NJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W79 NJK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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