Yamaha Fzs600
MotorcycleFrom 6,059 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Fzs600s fare better: 2003 models pass at 87.3% vs 79.1% for 1998.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 87 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 87 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 73 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 54 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 46 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 39 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 38 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 35 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 33 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 32 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 29 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 26.2% of Fzs600 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £68.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 87.3% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2002 | 85.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2001 | 86.5% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2000 | 83.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
2 earlier years
| 1999 | 79.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1998 | 79.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fzs600s tested had between 20,691 and 47,236 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 32,447 median miles, the Fzs600 has 0.052 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Yzf | 72.9% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Fzs600 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Fzs600 has a 83.1% MOT pass rate based on 6,059 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fzs600?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Fzs600 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 87 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Fzs600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Fzs600 is 32,447 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,691 and 47,236 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.