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DE08 FWB

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,639 mi
Last recorded21,639 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 FWB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 21,639 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2025 21,482 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 21,231 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 21,051 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 21,051 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 20,438 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 19,827 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 18,001 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 17,125 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 15,637 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 13,722 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 12,165 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 10,991 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 9,954 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 9,305 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 8,068 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 6,556 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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DE08 FWB is a 2008 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 2008 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,928 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 DE08 FWB, 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 DE08 FWB registered?

DE08 FWB is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is DE08 FWB safe to buy?

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