CarVerify

Free Car Check

X488 BAM

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Gold Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,782 mi
Last recorded52,782 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX488 BAM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 52,782 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 52,535 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 48,303 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 Nov 2015 48,303 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 46,490 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 42,235 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front fender cracked .

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 38,154 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 37,231 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 33,899 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 33,889 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 26,582 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 15,785 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 15,716 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
Full Yamaha FZS600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X488 BAM is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Gold with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X488 BAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X488 BAM?

You can check the full history of X488 BAM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X488 BAM registered?

X488 BAM is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X488 BAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X488 BAM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X488 BAM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X488 BAM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.