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AY08 AEK

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,896 mi
Last recorded39,896 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 AEK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 39,896 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 39,896 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 31,286 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 12,731 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 1,202 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 1,194 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2012 1,162 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 1,158 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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AY08 AEK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AY08 AEK, 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 AY08 AEK registered?

AY08 AEK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is AY08 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 AEK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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