Yamaha Yzf600
MotorcycleFrom 2,440 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Yzf600s fare better: 2002 models pass at 85% vs 79.6% for 1997.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, contaminated with oil and grease etc. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 93 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.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 93 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 58 |
| contaminated with oil, grease etc | 35 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 32 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 27 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 25 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 24 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 21 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 19 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 18 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 16.5% of Yzf600 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 £45.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 85% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2001 | 84.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2000 | 82.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1999 | 79.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
3 earlier years
| 1998 | 84.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1997 | 79.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1996 | 73.7% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Yzf600s tested had between 26,367 and 46,265 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 37,423 median miles, the Yzf600 has 0.048 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 Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Yzf600 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Yzf600 has a 81.9% MOT pass rate based on 2,440 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yzf600?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Yzf600 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 93 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Yzf600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Yzf600 is 37,423 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 26,367 and 46,265 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.