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LJ05 SFK

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

36,476 mi
Last recorded36,476 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SFK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 36,476 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 33,464 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 31,971 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 31,037 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2022 30,108 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 29,595 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 28,921 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 28,809 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 28,348 miles

Offside switch gear loose

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 27,801 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion NS fork seal just starting to weep, early warning sign of failure. Recommend addressing the issue before it becomes a problem (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 27,354 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 27,148 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 26,391 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 25,456 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2012 23,968 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 23,968 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 21,441 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 18,989 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 18,989 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 15,771 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 15,771 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Fail 16 May 2008 13,071 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2008 13,071 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 SFK is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 SFK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 SFK registered?

LJ05 SFK is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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