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GD57 FGJ

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,462 mi
Last recorded44,462 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD57 FGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 44,462 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 44,198 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 44,198 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 43,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 43,518 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2016 41,863 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 36,510 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 32,857 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 28,139 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 22,200 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 13,240 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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GD57 FGJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GD57 FGJ, 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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GD57 FGJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 2 February 2008.

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