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GL08 YRF

2008 Yamaha FZ6 S2

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,737 mi
Last recorded42,737 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ6 S214,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 YRF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6 S2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2026 42,737 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Motorcycle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Main Frame fractured (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced tail tidy insecure (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 35,171 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 35,171 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 33,006 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 32,465 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 31,060 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 29,926 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 28,108 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 27,069 miles

Front Front suspension slightly notchy

Pass 22 Mar 2016 26,294 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 25,650 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 23,940 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 20,966 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 20,963 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 19,741 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,033 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ6 S2?

Based on 2,622 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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GL08 YRF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 S2 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 S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,836 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 S2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 YRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ6 S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL08 YRF registered?

GL08 YRF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 S2, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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