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CA08 XMO

2008 Yamaha FZS600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,631 mi
Last recorded31,631 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS60011,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 XMO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 31,631 miles

Central Rear Lower Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 31,164 miles

Central Rear Lower Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 30,626 miles

Central Rear Upper Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 29,721 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 28,910 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 28,045 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 27,190 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 25,990 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 24,847 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 24,847 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 22,878 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 22,878 miles

Rear Upper Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 21,265 miles

Number plate light out

Fail 16 Jun 2015 21,265 miles

Number plate light out

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2013 19,005 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 17,716 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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CA08 XMO is a 2008 Yamaha FZS600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 11,103 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 FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA08 XMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CA08 XMO registered?

CA08 XMO is a 2008 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 23 August 2008.

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