Yamaha FZS600

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T981 MKEMOT history

T981 MKE is a gold petrol Yamaha FZS600 first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 53,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2026
Mileage
53,440 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 MKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
FZS600
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 MKE was last recorded at 53,440 miles on 30 Jul 2025, 3,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,696 miles · 24 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,744 miles
Average per year
1,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,440 miles
  • 2024 – 49,696 miles
  • 2023 – 46,974 miles
  • 2022 – 44,740 miles
  • 2021 – 40,707 miles
  • 2020 – 37,138 miles
  • 2019 – 34,739 miles
  • 2018 – 34,650 miles
  • 2011 – 33,346 miles
  • 2010 – 32,747 miles
  • 2009 – 31,834 miles
  • 2008 – 31,121 miles
  • 2007 – 28,526 miles
  • 2006 – 25,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,440 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,440 miles (+3,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    53,440 miles
    Test number
    797670164986
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  2. Pass49,696 miles (+2,722)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    49,696 miles
    Test number
    532741163262
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass46,974 miles (+2,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    46,974 miles
    Test number
    214825906768
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass44,740 miles (+4,033)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    44,740 miles
    Test number
    814844736760
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass40,707 miles (+3,569)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    40,707 miles
    Test number
    759765076734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,138 miles (+2,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    37,138 miles
    Test number
    632492818331
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass34,739 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    34,739 miles
    Test number
    559240939110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass34,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    34,650 miles
    Test number
    980396954573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail34,650 miles (+1,304)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,650 miles
    Test number
    950642861524
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass33,346 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,346 miles
    Test number
    178068451226
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  11. Fail33,346 miles (+599)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,346 miles
    Test number
    558938251273
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  12. Pass32,747 miles (+913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    32,747 miles
    Test number
    632243140247
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass31,834 miles (+713)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,834 miles
    Test number
    113374399459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail31,121 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,121 miles
    Test number
    191636208127
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

  15. Pass31,121 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,121 miles
    Test number
    842696208162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,526 miles
    Test number
    853371507148
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  17. Fail28,526 miles (+3,145)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,526 miles
    Test number
    144451107140
    • FailureDrive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureFront Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
    • FailureNearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Pass25,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,381 miles
    Test number
    110333136128
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  19. Fail25,381 miles (+40)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,381 miles
    Test number
    550253536196
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  20. Fail25,341 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,341 miles
    Test number
    121775576030
    • FailureFront Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about T981 MKE

Does T981 MKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T981 MKE expired on 7 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T981 MKE?
The MOT on T981 MKE expired on 7 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T981 MKE done?
T981 MKE was recorded at 53,440 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2025, an average of 1,450 miles a year.
Has T981 MKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 MKE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on T981 MKE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T981 MKE find?
T981 MKE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: drive chain slightly loose; steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy.

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