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DX55 FWV

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,784 mi
Last recorded42,784 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 FWV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 42,784 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 37,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2015 37,933 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2013 37,709 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

advise new no plate be fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2013 37,709 miles

advise new no plate be fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,512 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 36,454 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 31,598 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 29,961 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 27,557 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 27,237 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 16,600 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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DX55 FWV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DX55 FWV, 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.

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What year was DX55 FWV registered?

DX55 FWV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is DX55 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 FWV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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