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Y165 PKW

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,012 mi
Last recorded64,012 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY165 PKW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 64,012 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 64,012 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 63,314 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 60,412 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 58,937 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 58,295 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 51,232 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 41,643 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 41,643 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 32,746 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2014 32,746 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 25,350 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 19,149 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 24 Sep 2011 17,558 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 13,358 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 13,109 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 13,102 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 13,014 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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Y165 PKW is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 21,179 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y165 PKW, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y165 PKW registered?

Y165 PKW is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 1 August 2001.

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