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EX58 VFW

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,448 mi
Last recorded35,448 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 VFW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 35,448 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 35,448 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 32,393 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2021 32,393 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 30,056 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 28,861 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 27,329 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 25,513 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 23,869 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 23,869 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure both rear adjuster nuts loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 20,849 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 17,400 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

no plate lamp not working

Fail 10 Sep 2013 17,400 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

no plate lamp not working

Pass 8 Sep 2012 14,632 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 9,192 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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EX58 VFW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,928 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 EX58 VFW, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX58 VFW registered?

EX58 VFW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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