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Y187 TGN

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,293 mi
Last recorded25,293 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY187 TGN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 25,293 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 23,396 miles

FRONT TYRE HAS CUTS IN TRED

Fail 10 Aug 2022

Brake performance not tested NO REAR BRAKE (1.2.1 (g))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking LEAKING FROM CARBS (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

BRAKE FLUID IS A BIT DARK

FRONT TYRE CRACKS IN TRED

REAR CHAIN RUSTY

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Outer Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 22,033 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 27,966 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 27,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 4 May 2010 25,816 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 22,057 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 19,188 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 14,696 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 14,696 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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Y187 TGN is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y187 TGN, 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 Y187 TGN registered?

Y187 TGN is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y187 TGN safe to buy?

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