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GV08 GPE

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,726 mi
Last recorded20,726 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 GPE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 20,726 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 2 Jul 2025 20,726 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 May 2024 20,503 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 20,425 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 20,284 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 19,903 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 19,683 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 18,699 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 18,216 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 17,285 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,074 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 16,782 miles

nearside front brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Mar 2013 16,322 miles

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

Front brakes slightly binding.

Pass 3 Mar 2012 13,615 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front brakes bind slightly

Pass 5 Mar 2011 11,674 miles

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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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GV08 GPE is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV08 GPE, 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 GV08 GPE registered?

GV08 GPE is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is GV08 GPE safe to buy?

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