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KE05 EKU

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

35,410 mi
Last recorded35,410 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 EKU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 35,410 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 35,410 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 33,602 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2024 33,028 miles

Engine coolant reserve tank level low.

Fail 27 Apr 2024 33,028 miles

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

Engine coolant reserve tank level low.

Pass 22 Apr 2023 31,737 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Apr 2023 31,737 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 31,063 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 30,386 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 25 Feb 2021 30,386 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 30,111 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 30 May 2019 30,111 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 14 May 2018 29,403 miles

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

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

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

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 May 2018 29,403 miles

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

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

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

Direction indicator not working l/h rear (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 28,451 miles

Drive chain slightly tight has tight spots (6.2.1d)

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

Front tyre out of profile

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 26,285 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 23,422 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 17,207 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 11,883 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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KE05 EKU is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KE05 EKU, 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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KE05 EKU is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 2 April 2005.

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