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DE06 YZT

2006 Yamaha FZ1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,843 mi
Last recorded21,843 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ116,507 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE06 YZT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 21,843 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 19,594 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose Bracket Missing. Holding on by clamps (Tight) (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 16,507 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 11,987 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 11,987 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 10,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 9,409 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 9,258 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 8,438 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 8,313 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 8,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 7,789 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 7,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 7,177 miles

No Number Plate Light Fitted.

Pass 8 Jun 2011 6,678 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 5,518 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,595 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1?

Based on 6,532 MOT tests across 589 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
974
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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DE06 YZT is a 2006 Yamaha FZ1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZ1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 16,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE06 YZT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE06 YZT registered?

DE06 YZT is a 2006 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 23 May 2006.

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