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Y661 WHE

2001 Yamaha FZ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,685 mi
Last recorded23,685 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZ60029,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY661 WHE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 23,685 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 23,685 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 23,162 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2020 23,162 miles

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,638 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 20,408 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 20,408 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 19,419 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 18,160 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 15,820 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 13,369 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 12,492 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 11,623 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 7,629 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 7,256 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ600?

Based on 2,177 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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Y661 WHE is a 2001 Yamaha FZ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 29,458 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 FZ600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y661 WHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y661 WHE registered?

Y661 WHE is a 2001 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y661 WHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y661 WHE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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