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WU51 UMF

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

7,992 mi
Last recorded7,992 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 UMF
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 7,992 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 7,278 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2025 7,254 miles

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 6,331 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 5,843 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 5,646 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 5,564 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 5,538 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 5,473 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 5,473 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 5,109 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 3,323 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 1,814 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 939 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 917 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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WU51 UMF is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,218 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 WU51 UMF, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU51 UMF registered?

WU51 UMF is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 29 November 2001.

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