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LJ08 PYG

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,091 mi
Last recorded29,091 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 PYG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 29,091 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 25,182 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 23,533 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 22,552 miles

Drive chain slightly tight Links tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 22,144 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 22,073 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 21,402 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 20,962 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 20,661 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 20,023 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 19,117 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 18,032 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 18,032 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 15,153 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 14,040 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 13,888 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

drive chain in need of immediate lubrication

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 PYG is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LJ08 PYG, 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 LJ08 PYG registered?

LJ08 PYG is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 5 July 2008.

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The MOT history for LJ08 PYG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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