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DX04 BWN

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,872 mi
Last recorded26,872 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 BWN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 26,872 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 26,726 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 26,445 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 26,094 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2022 25,515 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 25,515 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly grip 'sticking' to bar end (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 24,825 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 24,296 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 22,595 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 22,594 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Drive chain fitted with split link, Advise rivet link should be fitted.

Fail 6 Mar 2015 21,818 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 21,818 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 19,210 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 16,574 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 16,574 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 15,101 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 12,937 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 10,023 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 10,023 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 9,744 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 9,718 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 6,894 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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DX04 BWN is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,730 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 DX04 BWN, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX04 BWN registered?

DX04 BWN is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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