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Y168 KRD

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,341 mi
Last recorded69,341 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY168 KRD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 69,341 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 69,341 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer link pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Left and Right hand (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 May 2017 68,881 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 65,039 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 61,881 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 54,564 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 52,564 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 49,112 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 46,966 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 43,502 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 42,262 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 42,262 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 39,790 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 32,782 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 32,780 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 22,442 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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Y168 KRD is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y168 KRD, 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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Y168 KRD is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 20 June 2001.

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