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FY09 XBM

2009 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,472 mi
Last recorded38,472 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ613,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 XBM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 38,472 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 38,472 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 37,223 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 37,223 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 36,353 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 32,360 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 32,360 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 26,772 miles

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged engine case (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 26,772 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged engine case (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,454 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 14,370 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 10,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 5,562 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 5,562 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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FY09 XBM is a 2009 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 13,968 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 FY09 XBM, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FY09 XBM is a 2009 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 16 June 2009.

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