2002 Yamaha FZS600 0.6L Petrol · AF52 RVZ

The Yamaha FZS600 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent DVSA test on 21 March 2023 at 38,650 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. The prior test on 12 March 2022 at 38,406 miles also passed cleanly. Two consecutive annual examinations with zero advisories or failures indicate the machine has been kept to a satisfactory standard over the observed period. The recorded mileage of 38,650 against a 2002 model year shows roughly 1,610 miles covered per annum, a low figure for a 24-year-old motorcycle. Between the March 2022 and March 2023 tests the odometer advanced only 244 miles, confirming very light recent use. The sparse history of just two entries means no rapid accumulation or suspicious gaps can be judged, though the low running implies the bike may have stood for extended periods, which commonly affects rubber components and fluid condition rather than structural wear. A buyer should still inspect the machine in person for issues the MOT record cannot capture. Standing time raises the risk of degraded suspension bushes, perished coolant and brake hoses, and stale fuel system deposits. The tester noted no corrosion or brake defects, yet a 2002 frame warrants a close check of welding seams and swingarm mounts for rust pitting. Verify the front and rear brake discs for scoring and confirm the calipers are not seizing after storage. Tyres and chain tension should be assessed for age-related cracking despite the clean advisories. The documented history supports a sound purchase, but physical verification of consumables remains prudent given the minimal annual mileage.