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W686 BEG

2000 Yamaha FZ600

Silver Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,824 mi
Last recorded17,824 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha FZ60013,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW686 BEG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 17,824 miles

Centre stand pivots seizing.

Damage to front n/s fairing

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 13,601 miles

Centre stand pivots seizing..

Damage to front n/s fairing.

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Not functioning. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 13,565 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at cylinder head no.3 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 12,428 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 12,420 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 12,394 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 12,343 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 12,221 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 12,221 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 12,029 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 11,243 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 10,255 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 8,990 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 5,023 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 3,305 miles

corrosion on rear brake caliper banjo

Pass 11 Jun 2011 2,646 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2006 2,446 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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W686 BEG is a 2000 Yamaha FZ600 in Silver with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 13,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W686 BEG, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W686 BEG registered?

W686 BEG is a 2000 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W686 BEG safe to buy?

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