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GK06 XTZ

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,410 mi
Last recorded48,410 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK06 XTZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 48,410 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 48,216 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 47,884 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 46,757 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 42,980 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 42,979 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 35,843 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 28,481 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 27,214 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 26,855 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 24,880 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 24,880 miles

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 22,796 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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GK06 XTZ is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,622 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 GK06 XTZ, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK06 XTZ registered?

GK06 XTZ is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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