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LJ05 SFX

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,326 mi
Last recorded24,326 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SFX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 24,326 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. close to M.O.T. limit (4.2.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2017 24,326 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. close to M.O.T. limit (4.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 24,109 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 23,331 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 23,331 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 22,754 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 21,975 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 21,909 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 21,909 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Dec 2010 21,577 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 21,577 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 21,352 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 21,352 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 20,637 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2008 20,637 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 20,634 miles

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

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 SFX is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SFX, 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 SFX registered?

LJ05 SFX is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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