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Y789 RTU

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,987 mi
Last recorded23,987 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY789 RTU
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 23,987 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 21,763 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 16,863 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 14,297 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 13,409 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 12,666 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 11,329 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 9,645 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion RIGHT HAND SIDE (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 8,727 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 8,621 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 8,363 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 7,353 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 6,996 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2010 6,655 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 6,411 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 6,171 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 6,075 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 5,878 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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Y789 RTU is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y789 RTU, 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

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What year was Y789 RTU registered?

Y789 RTU is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 2 July 2001.

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