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X853 FAF

2001 Yamaha Fzs 600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,997 mi
Last recorded31,997 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Fzs 60018,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX853 FAF
MakeYamaha
ModelFzs 600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 31,997 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 31,790 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2024 31,790 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2021 30,166 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 27,633 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 27,355 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2017 26,525 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 25,985 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 25,144 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 24,268 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 22,251 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,475 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 19,789 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 15,808 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 13,047 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzs 600?

Based on 8,181 MOT tests across 1,288 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
1,288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 162
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 91
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 53
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
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X853 FAF is a 2001 Yamaha Fzs 600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Fzs 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 18,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzs 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X853 FAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzs 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha Fzs 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X853 FAF registered?

X853 FAF is a 2001 Yamaha Fzs 600, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is X853 FAF safe to buy?

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