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X188 XEX

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,592 mi
Last recorded17,592 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX188 XEX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 17,592 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 17,242 miles

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 16,614 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 16,150 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 15,694 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 15,591 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 15,499 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 15,376 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 13,636 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 12,269 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2012 12,266 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2008 10,185 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 10,175 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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X188 XEX is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X188 XEX, 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 X188 XEX registered?

X188 XEX is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 16 September 2000.

Is X188 XEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X188 XEX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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