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AV08 VGR

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,616 mi
Last recorded30,616 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 VGR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 30,616 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 30,001 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 28,758 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 25,634 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 120/70/17 dunlop gpr 300 (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 22,820 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 21,871 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

only one bolt securing front of fuel tank

Pass 15 Jun 2019 20,876 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 19,174 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 15,745 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 20 Jun 2017 15,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 8,784 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 2,598 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 2,209 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 1,198 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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AV08 VGR is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AV08 VGR, 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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AV08 VGR is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 3 May 2008.

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