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KM08 XMK

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,776 mi
Last recorded41,776 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 XMK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 41,776 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 41,776 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 39,435 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 35,088 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 33,253 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 32,981 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 32,024 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 30,702 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 29,890 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 25,766 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 21,250 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 15,883 miles

Exhaust system noisy.

Fail 28 Apr 2016 15,875 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust system noisy.

Pass 21 Apr 2015 13,189 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 8,032 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 6,535 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 6,121 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 5,161 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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KM08 XMK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KM08 XMK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM08 XMK registered?

KM08 XMK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is KM08 XMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 XMK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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