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GF08 YYM

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,930 mi
Last recorded52,930 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 YYM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 52,930 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear travel in rear brake lever

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 23,335 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 20,568 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 20,568 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 15,958 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 15,447 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 14,403 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 6,719 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 6,607 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 6,607 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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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GF08 YYM 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 GF08 YYM, 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 GF08 YYM registered?

GF08 YYM is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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