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GV08 OML

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,533 mi
Last recorded35,533 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 OML
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 35,533 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 35,401 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 35,370 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 33,749 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 32,812 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 30,429 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 30,429 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 28,238 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 28,238 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2018 27,222 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 23,791 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 16,504 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 10,555 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 7,879 miles

additional wiring hanging around front suspension

front tyre centre section wearing low

Pass 12 Oct 2013 6,575 miles

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

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

additional wiring poorly positioned

Pass 13 Oct 2012 5,610 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2012 5,610 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 4,853 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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GV08 OML is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GV08 OML, 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 OML registered?

GV08 OML is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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