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DS08 FKL

2008 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,399 mi
Last recorded25,399 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R610,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 FKL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 25,399 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 17,541 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 17,475 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 17,111 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 May 2019 17,102 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 13,722 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 12,966 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 10,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 8,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 6,199 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 4,025 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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DS08 FKL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 10,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS08 FKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS08 FKL registered?

DS08 FKL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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