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GP06 SFX

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

64,272 mi
Last recorded64,272 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 SFX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 64,272 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 64,212 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 64,210 miles

Brake performance not tested calipers sized,front.rear binding (1.2.1 (g))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake cylinder has no reserve travel and braking performance affected lever bent (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2020 64,040 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 64,040 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 62,620 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 62,317 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 61,790 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 59,213 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 53,213 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 53,213 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2013 45,402 miles

alarm system needs review - key fob battery may need replacing

ignition switch is badly worn allowing ign-key to be released with ignition on

Pass 24 Oct 2012 41,036 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handlebars slightly bent.

uneven wear on both tyres.

Pass 14 Nov 2011 35,989 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 29,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

front brake pads low

Pass 14 Nov 2009 21,876 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 17,329 miles

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

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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GP06 SFX is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GP06 SFX, 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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GP06 SFX is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 3 June 2006.

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