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SIW 8615

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

56,695 mi
Last recorded56,695 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIW 8615
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 56,695 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 56,527 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 56,282 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 55,282 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 53,832 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 53,810 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 53,759 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 52,581 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

GEAR LEVER WORN

Pass 31 Jan 2018 50,363 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 46,697 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 46,697 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 46,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 42,748 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 42,748 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 38,713 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 33,475 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,449 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 23,449 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 15,493 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 15,380 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,255 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,870 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 12,521 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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SIW 8615 is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 22,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SIW 8615, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SIW 8615 registered?

SIW 8615 is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 4 September 2000.

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