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DX05 BTV

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,369 mi
Last recorded26,369 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 BTV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 26,369 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 26,369 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 6 May 2023 26,362 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 26,359 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2022 26,329 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 26,299 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 26,280 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 26,002 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 25,877 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 25,514 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 25,232 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 24,704 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 24,698 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 24,287 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 22,398 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 May 2011 22,398 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2010 19,709 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 19,709 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2009 16,738 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 13,123 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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DX05 BTV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 16,481 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 DX05 BTV, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX05 BTV registered?

DX05 BTV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is DX05 BTV safe to buy?

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