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GP08 UBW

2008 Yamaha FZS600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,301 mi
Last recorded23,301 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS60011,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 UBW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 23,301 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 23,059 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 22,866 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 22,617 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 21,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 21,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 20,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 20,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 19,018 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 16,989 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 16,989 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 13,370 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 11,222 miles

exhaust system noisy

Fail 7 Dec 2016 11,222 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

exhaust system noisy

Pass 15 Jan 2015 9,248 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 7,435 miles

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

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

headlamp aim on low limit

Pass 12 Nov 2012 5,029 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 3,513 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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GP08 UBW is a 2008 Yamaha FZS600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 11,103 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 FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP08 UBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP08 UBW registered?

GP08 UBW is a 2008 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 16 August 2008.

Is GP08 UBW safe to buy?

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