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W935 SFJ

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,949 mi
Last recorded26,949 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW935 SFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 26,949 miles

Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear shock absorber upper mount has surface corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 26,782 miles

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

Central Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame has surface corrosion above rear shock absorber mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Chain has a few tight spots. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel has some surface corrosion. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Wheel corroded but not to excess Wheel has some surface corrosion. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 26,380 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 26,305 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 26,305 miles

Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 25,272 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 25,272 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 24,944 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 24,944 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 24,564 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 24,011 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 23,889 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 23,851 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 23,851 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 23,678 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 23,134 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 23,134 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 22,665 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 22,665 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2012 22,028 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 21,382 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 20,704 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 17,576 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 14,007 miles

Chain guard missing

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
Full Yamaha FZS600 reliability report

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W935 SFJ is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W935 SFJ, 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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W935 SFJ is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 2 March 2000.

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