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HW08 AXA

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,072 mi
Last recorded26,072 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 AXA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 26,072 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 19,608 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 19,608 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 16,671 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 13,708 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 13,702 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2017 7,636 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 7,132 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 6,269 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 5,546 miles

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

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

number plate light not working

Pass 25 Jun 2013 5,453 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2013 5,453 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 4,869 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 3,807 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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HW08 AXA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AXA, 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 AXA registered?

HW08 AXA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is HW08 AXA safe to buy?

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