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GV08 XST

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,787 mi
Last recorded39,787 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 XST
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 39,787 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 39,784 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 38,007 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 38,004 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 31,946 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 23,288 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 23,083 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 21,965 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 21,269 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 20,490 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 20,490 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 19,605 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 15,641 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 6,406 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 4,454 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 3,499 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 Mar 2012 2,937 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 1,434 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 XST is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue 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 XST, 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 XST registered?

GV08 XST is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is GV08 XST safe to buy?

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