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V459 GLF

2000 Yamaha FZS600

Gold Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

53,276 mi
Last recorded53,276 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZS60022,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV459 GLF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 53,276 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 53,115 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 52,993 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 52,932 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 52,932 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 51,197 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 48,476 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 48,476 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 43,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 41,740 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 36,352 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 36,352 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 35,837 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 35,837 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 31,346 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 30,905 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 30,238 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 29,509 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 28,895 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 28,561 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 27,837 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 27,098 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 27,098 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 26,805 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 26,670 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 26,385 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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V459 GLF is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600 in Gold with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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

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 V459 GLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V459 GLF?

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What year was V459 GLF registered?

V459 GLF is a 2000 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V459 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V459 GLF shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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