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EF54 FUV

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

42,313 mi
Last recorded42,313 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 FUV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 42,313 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 39,849 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 38,034 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 38,034 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 36,644 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 34,098 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 33,750 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2021 33,750 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 33,210 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 33,210 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 32,434 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 32,434 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2018 30,315 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 27,026 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 26,982 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 26,005 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 25,117 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 25,071 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 24,915 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 24,779 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 23,125 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 20,898 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 18,181 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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EF54 FUV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 EF54 FUV, 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 EF54 FUV registered?

EF54 FUV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 10 February 2005.

Is EF54 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF54 FUV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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