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LO08 XET

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

57,958 mi
Last recorded57,958 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 XET
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 57,958 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 57,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 57,484 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 57,484 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front brake switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2023 57,257 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 57,257 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 57,018 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 55,674 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 54,561 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 54,561 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 52,545 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 52,545 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 43,064 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 43,047 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 28,432 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 28,432 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 18,412 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 18,412 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 18,403 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 18,082 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 15,778 miles

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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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LO08 XET is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LO08 XET, 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 LO08 XET registered?

LO08 XET is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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