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LC08 HYB

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,680 mi
Last recorded41,680 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 HYB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 41,680 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear brake fliud low (above minimum mark)

Pass 16 Jan 2025 41,343 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2025 41,343 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 40,555 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 39,422 miles

Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively Rear brake pedal / master cylinder linkage (1.1.15 (b))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2022 39,422 miles

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

Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively Rear brake pedal / master cylinder linkage (1.1.15 (b))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 37,521 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 34,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 29,017 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 28,436 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2017 22,661 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 22,658 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 22,064 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 21,060 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 15,472 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 9,200 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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LC08 HYB 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 87.5%.

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 LC08 HYB, 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 LC08 HYB registered?

LC08 HYB is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 3 May 2008.

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