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LB08 HTV

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

21,000 mi
Last recorded21,000 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 HTV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 21,000 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 21,000 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 18,805 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2022 18,805 miles

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 17,186 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 16,034 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 14,338 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 14,338 miles

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

Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 12,739 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 10,885 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 8,120 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 6,224 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 6,224 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 5,618 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 4,203 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 4,203 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 2,102 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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LB08 HTV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LB08 HTV, 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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LB08 HTV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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