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W989 KFE

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,723 mi
Last recorded66,723 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW989 KFE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 66,723 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2025 66,723 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 66,315 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 64,763 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 64,576 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 61,858 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 60,122 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 57,320 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 55,657 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 55,648 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 54,088 miles

offside fork dust seal deteriorated

Fail 22 Sep 2016 54,088 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

offside fork dust seal deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2015 52,940 miles

offside front fork dust seal deteriorated

Pass 20 Sep 2014 51,370 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 50,156 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 49,265 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 48,182 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 45,855 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 44,126 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 41,644 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 39,390 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 39,383 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 34,802 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 28,871 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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W989 KFE is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W989 KFE, 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 W989 KFE registered?

W989 KFE is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 24 August 2000.

Is W989 KFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W989 KFE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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