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AV08 ZKA

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,793 mi
Last recorded42,793 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 ZKA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 42,793 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 31,596 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 26,057 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 23,040 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 18,390 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 13,617 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 12,317 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 19,795 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2018 10,888 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 9,688 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 9,688 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 8,751 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 8,751 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 7,148 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 6,833 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 5,901 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 5,825 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 ZKA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AV08 ZKA, 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 AV08 ZKA registered?

AV08 ZKA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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