Yamaha Fzs600 (2002)
2002 Yamaha Fzs600
CarHunch analysed 1,981 real MOT records for the 2002 Yamaha Fzs600. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2002 Yamaha FZS600 passes its MOT significantly more often than average, hitting 87.3% versus the UK's 80%, which is a solid endorsement of reliability. However, one in five of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so structural and brake issues demand close inspection on any used example you're considering.
With a median mileage of just over 20,800 miles, these are typically low-use machines, yet they still average 1.86 failures and 6.9 advisories per test—suggesting age-related wear dominates over heavy riding. Before committing, get the specific MOT history from the seller and have a mechanic inspect the brakes, chassis, and electrics, as these patterns point to neglect rather than abuse.
What to check before buying a 2002 Yamaha Fzs600
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 20.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,979 | 87.3% | 1.86 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 87.5% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Yamaha Fzs600 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Yamaha Fzs600 vehicles fall between 13,055 and 29,821 miles.
2002 Yamaha Fzs600 — Still on the Road
654 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2002 Yamaha Fzs600
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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64.7%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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54.8%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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22.9%
Drive chain slightly loose
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20.1%
Exhaust noisy
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18.6%
Exhaust noisy
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18.1%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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17.5%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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16.3%
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002. Counts include advisories and failures.
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