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X617 NWL

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

79,994 mi
Last recorded79,994 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX617 NWL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 79,994 miles

Direction indicator light intensity reduced all indicators tinted (4.4.3 (a))

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

neutral light not working

Pass 2 May 2025 79,157 miles

Central Front All direction indicators light intensity reduced black colouring on them (4.4.3 (a))

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Central Rear All direction indicators light intensity reduced black coating (4.4.3 (a))

Central Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 77,194 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 77,141 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Hitting throttle housing (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

All direction indicators light intensity reduced Black coating on them (4.4.3 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp dip switch works wrongly

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable to check wheel bearings full due to brakes binding

Pass 5 Apr 2023 74,306 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 71,706 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 69,337 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 56,551 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 56,142 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 54,726 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 50,449 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 47,637 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 44,109 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 40,642 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 35,956 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 30,369 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 23,735 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 22,162 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 22,162 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 20,409 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 18,484 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 16,132 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 15,948 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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X617 NWL is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 X617 NWL, 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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X617 NWL is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 25 November 2000.

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