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LJ05 FWU

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,856 mi
Last recorded111,856 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 FWU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 111,856 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 104,248 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 85,688 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 36,451 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 36,151 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 36,151 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 31,829 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 31,829 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 May 2012 28,035 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 28,035 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 23,872 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 23,872 miles

Front Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 18,507 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 18,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 15,590 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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LJ05 FWU is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ05 FWU, 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 LJ05 FWU registered?

LJ05 FWU is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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