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CV08 CVT

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,095 mi
Last recorded44,095 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 CVT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 44,095 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 43,913 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 43,696 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 43,249 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 43,249 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 42,349 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 42,183 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 42,183 miles

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

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 41,867 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 37,649 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 33,403 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 30,423 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 30,423 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 25,233 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 19,525 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 8,900 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 6,438 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 5,598 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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CV08 CVT is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CV08 CVT, 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 CV08 CVT registered?

CV08 CVT is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is CV08 CVT safe to buy?

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