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GX05 GUW

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,016 mi
Last recorded21,016 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GUW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 21,016 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 21,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2019 21,010 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 20,973 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 20,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 20,849 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 20,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 20,431 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 20,431 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 15,995 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 8,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear number plate incorrect size

Pass 23 Feb 2008 7,281 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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GX05 GUW is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 16,481 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 GX05 GUW, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX05 GUW registered?

GX05 GUW is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 7 March 2005.

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