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HW08 AMV

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,699 mi
Last recorded45,699 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 AMV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2020 45,699 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 45,699 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 40,408 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 32,212 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 9,989 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 11,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2014 11,276 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 5,432 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 4,346 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 4,346 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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HW08 AMV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HW08 AMV, 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 HW08 AMV registered?

HW08 AMV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 22 April 2008.

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