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FJ05 VYX

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,593 mi
Last recorded21,593 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 VYX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 21,593 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 21,434 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 20,415 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 19,622 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 19,622 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 19,605 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 19,589 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 19,381 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 19,371 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 19,242 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 19,129 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 18,889 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 18,029 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 17,984 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 17,984 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 16,871 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 12,811 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 12,811 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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FJ05 VYX is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FJ05 VYX, 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 FJ05 VYX registered?

FJ05 VYX is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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