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GU08 WKD

2008 Yamaha FZ6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,342 mi
Last recorded28,342 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 WKD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 28,342 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 28,336 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure side stand (6.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2022 27,152 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 26,116 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 26,116 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2016 25,777 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 May 2015 24,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 24,940 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate light inoperative

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 23,297 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Number plate light inoperative.

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 20,293 miles

Number plate light bulb inoperative.

Pass 20 Mar 2012 15,972 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 11,689 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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GU08 WKD is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU08 WKD, 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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GU08 WKD is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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