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Y252 AET

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

15,147 mi
Last recorded15,147 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY252 AET
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 15,147 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 15,135 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 15,108 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 14,802 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 14,320 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 13,879 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 12,128 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 9,251 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 7,720 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 7,420 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 7,020 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 5,927 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 5,927 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 5,362 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 4,988 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 4,892 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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Y252 AET is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 Y252 AET, 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 Y252 AET registered?

Y252 AET is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y252 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y252 AET shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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