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CP08 PJV

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,452 mi
Last recorded26,452 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 PJV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 26,452 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 26,238 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 25,790 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 25,790 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 25,208 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 24,377 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 22,895 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 20,413 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 17,952 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 17,149 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 15,813 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 14,650 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 14,650 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 13,229 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,694 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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CP08 PJV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CP08 PJV, 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 CP08 PJV registered?

CP08 PJV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 28 June 2008.

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