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GV55 XSN

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,523 mi
Last recorded83,523 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 XSN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 83,523 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 83,509 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 82,996 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 82,630 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 82,559 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 81,691 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 81,691 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 81,228 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 80,320 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 3 Jan 2013 79,692 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 76,980 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 66,369 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 59,660 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 59,660 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2008 45,444 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 45,444 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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GV55 XSN is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,622 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 GV55 XSN, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GV55 XSN registered?

GV55 XSN is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 7 January 2006.

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