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FY58 EFT

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,998 mi
Last recorded9,998 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 EFT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 9,998 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 9,932 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 9,922 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 9,892 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2021 9,892 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2020 9,669 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 9,602 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 9,602 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 9,378 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 8,933 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 13,604 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 7,940 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 7,940 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 7,776 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 7,139 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 6,218 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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FY58 EFT is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FY58 EFT, 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 FY58 EFT registered?

FY58 EFT is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is FY58 EFT safe to buy?

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