CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y581 XBU

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Silver Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,622 mi
Last recorded26,622 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY581 XBU
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 26,622 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 26,551 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 26,551 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 26,431 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 26,431 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 25,619 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2022 25,619 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 24,296 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 23,843 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 23,511 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 23,297 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 23,297 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 23,297 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 22,046 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 21,521 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit advise front tyre slight splitting between treads (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 May 2016 21,505 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit advise front tyre slight splitting between treads (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2015 20,649 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 20,490 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 19,809 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 19,211 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 18,625 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 15,911 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 12,209 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 12,209 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,192 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 11,451 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
Full Yamaha YZF600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y581 XBU is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y581 XBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y581 XBU?

You can check the full history of Y581 XBU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y581 XBU registered?

Y581 XBU is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 27 June 2001.

Is Y581 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y581 XBU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y581 XBU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y581 XBU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.