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KE05 JBU

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,837 mi
Last recorded23,837 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 JBU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 23,837 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 20,422 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 16,308 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 16,302 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2022 16,298 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 15,125 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 14,212 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 11,911 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 10,247 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 10,247 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 7,953 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 7,912 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 7,912 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 7,614 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 6,650 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 4,958 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 4,958 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 4,390 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 4,390 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 JBU is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 JBU, 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 KE05 JBU registered?

KE05 JBU is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 21 May 2005.

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