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GN08 EVP

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,079 mi
Last recorded42,079 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 EVP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 42,079 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 41,803 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 41,803 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2023 41,014 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 40,928 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 40,087 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 39,806 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 38,987 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 38,986 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 34,342 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 29,190 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 29,021 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 28,839 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 27,794 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 27,110 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 23,460 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 19,081 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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GN08 EVP is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GN08 EVP, 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 GN08 EVP registered?

GN08 EVP is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GN08 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 EVP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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