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LJ08 BSX

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,236 mi
Last recorded17,236 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 BSX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 17,236 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2025 16,174 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Steering head-bearing slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 15,086 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 3 Jun 2024 15,086 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 13,691 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 13,637 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Dust seals (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 13,563 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 13,362 miles

Front fork dust seals quite corroded

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 11,799 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 11,711 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 11,705 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 11,412 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 11,097 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 10,339 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 9,460 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 8,761 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 8,761 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 8,053 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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LJ08 BSX is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LJ08 BSX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ08 BSX registered?

LJ08 BSX is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is LJ08 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 BSX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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