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AX08 HLJ

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,853 mi
Last recorded32,853 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 HLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 32,853 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2026 32,853 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2025 26,591 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 21,442 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 21,432 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Fail 31 May 2024 21,421 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 19,409 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 18,808 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 18,755 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 18,547 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 17,643 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 16,631 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,217 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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AX08 HLJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AX08 HLJ, 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 AX08 HLJ registered?

AX08 HLJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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