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Y179 AOR

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,693 mi
Last recorded35,693 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 AOR
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 35,693 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 33,212 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 32,033 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 29,501 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 28,161 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 24,454 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 24,452 miles

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

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

Rear number plate holder slighty loose.

Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,692 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 19,271 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,122 miles

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,878 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,324 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 15,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2008 15,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 12,902 miles

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

front tyre uneven wear

Pass 16 Aug 2006 12,827 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 11,692 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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Y179 AOR is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,218 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y179 AOR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y179 AOR registered?

Y179 AOR is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 21 June 2001.

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