CarVerify

Free Car Check

AY55 BYC

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,418 mi
Last recorded8,418 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 BYC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 8,418 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 8,101 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 7,905 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear Tyre squared off, and may effect handling

Pass 23 Aug 2022 7,056 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 7,056 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 May 2021 6,714 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre - slight damage

Pass 15 Apr 2019 4,714 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 4,695 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 4,606 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 4,587 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 4,568 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 4,420 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 4,349 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 3,815 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 3,628 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 3,489 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 3,150 miles

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

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
Full Yamaha FZ6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AY55 BYC is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 16,481 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 AY55 BYC, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY55 BYC?

You can check the full history of AY55 BYC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY55 BYC registered?

AY55 BYC is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AY55 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY55 BYC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY55 BYC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AY55 BYC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.