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FE51 SRU

2001 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,677 mi
Last recorded11,677 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZ616,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 SRU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 11,677 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 11,268 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 9,764 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 9,749 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2013 9,744 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2013 9,744 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2012 9,732 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 9,732 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 9,331 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2009 9,331 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2009 9,195 miles

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 7,252 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 7,251 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 5,478 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 3,334 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ6?

Based on 80,092 MOT tests across 6,801 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
6,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 975
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 358
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 326
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 308
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FE51 SRU is a 2001 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 16,472 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 FZ6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE51 SRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ6 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE51 SRU registered?

FE51 SRU is a 2001 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is FE51 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 SRU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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