MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,062 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Chain guard missing ()
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
euro headlamp masked at time of test
Front Motorcycle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced instrument cluster insecurley mounted (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps fitted down the number plate not lighting top (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim too high no pattern (1.6)
Front forks pitted
Front tyre wear
Nearside handlebar grip
aftermarket levers fitted/handlebars
bodywork condition
fuel tank seal condition
gearchange lever condition
front brake sticking slightly
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)
Oil leak
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
Offside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)
Oil leak
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?
Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.
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W997 VGX is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.
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 W997 VGX, 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 W997 VGX registered?
W997 VGX is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 8 May 2000.
Is W997 VGX safe to buy?
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