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AK08 FMC

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,694 mi
Last recorded28,694 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 FMC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 28,694 miles

Drive chain requires lubricant

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 26,685 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 26,336 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2022 26,327 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose wrong rubber on rear brake lever unsafe (1.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 26,086 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 25,964 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 25,645 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,087 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 24,967 miles

Offside Lower anti slip rubber missing (foot brake)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 24,828 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 22,742 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 20,518 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 15,917 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,519 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 11,818 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 11,818 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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AK08 FMC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK08 FMC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK08 FMC registered?

AK08 FMC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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