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Y401 XGS

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,804 mi
Last recorded38,804 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY401 XGS
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 38,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front shock absorbers have reduced damping effect.

Pass 12 Jul 2017 37,980 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 31,494 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 23,764 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 17,693 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 8,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,164 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 7,529 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 5,281 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 5,218 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 5,218 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 4,997 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 4,904 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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Y401 XGS is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y401 XGS, 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 Y401 XGS registered?

Y401 XGS is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 1 August 2001.

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The MOT history for Y401 XGS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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