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AB08 KZM

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,917 mi
Last recorded23,917 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KZM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 23,917 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 23,490 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 23,188 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 23,188 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 22,618 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 22,618 miles

Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 21,870 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 21,862 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 21,141 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 20,004 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 16,933 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 14,652 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 13,994 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 12,892 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 12,892 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 9,400 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2013 8,900 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 8,900 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 8,412 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 8,412 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 7,239 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ6?

Based on 80,092 MOT tests across 6,801 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
6,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 975
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 358
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 326
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 308
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AB08 KZM is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,928 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 KZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ6 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 KZM registered?

AB08 KZM is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 5 July 2008.

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