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Y218 GMA

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,193 mi
Last recorded29,193 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY218 GMA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 29,193 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 28,827 miles

Front front wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated

Pass 13 Jul 2024 27,966 miles
Pass 31 May 2020 27,881 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2020 27,881 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 27,864 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 26,747 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 25,475 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 24,096 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 22,792 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 21,940 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 21,499 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,668 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 18,015 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 17,284 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 16,221 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 14,877 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 13,826 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 13,669 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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Y218 GMA is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 Y218 GMA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y218 GMA registered?

Y218 GMA is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is Y218 GMA safe to buy?

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