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W972 AKP

2000 Yamaha YZF600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,655 mi
Last recorded37,655 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YZF60021,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW972 AKP
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 37,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 37,598 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 37,572 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 37,322 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 37,105 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2015 36,839 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 36,464 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 36,134 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,340 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 34,160 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 32,013 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 30,582 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 30,582 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 27,663 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 26,274 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 23,399 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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W972 AKP is a 2000 Yamaha YZF600 in Silver 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 YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 21,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W972 AKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W972 AKP registered?

W972 AKP is a 2000 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 10 July 2000.

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