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FX08 JSV

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,876 mi
Last recorded16,876 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 JSV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 16,876 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 16,765 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 16,115 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 16,115 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 13,220 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 13,220 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 10,812 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 10,770 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 9,530 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 8,184 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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FX08 JSV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX08 JSV, 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 FX08 JSV registered?

FX08 JSV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is FX08 JSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 JSV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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