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KX08 GWL

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,211 mi
Last recorded53,211 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 GWL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 53,211 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 47,531 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 47,531 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 41,214 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 34,891 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 31,778 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 31,700 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 31,603 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 30,034 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 28,056 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 20,774 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 9,617 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2014 9,617 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Fail 12 Apr 2014 8,964 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 2,144 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 2,026 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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KX08 GWL is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KX08 GWL, 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 KX08 GWL registered?

KX08 GWL is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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