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Y191 XAG

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Gold Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

53,398 mi
Last recorded53,398 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY191 XAG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 53,398 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 52,780 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 51,642 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 50,325 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion of motorcycle frame at the front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 48,486 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Only slight but keep a eye on it (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 41,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 34,354 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 33,544 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 32,344 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,993 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 27,400 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 26,685 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 24,992 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2011 24,508 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 24,508 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 23,286 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 21,512 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 16,643 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 16,643 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2007 12,873 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 12,873 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 7,766 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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Y191 XAG is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Gold with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y191 XAG, 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 Y191 XAG registered?

Y191 XAG is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 8 June 2001.

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