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LX08 ENW

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,143 mi
Last recorded42,143 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 ENW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 42,143 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 42,143 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 38,874 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 35,838 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 35,838 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 29,429 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 29,098 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 28,543 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 27,698 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 26,485 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 24,912 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 23,925 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 23,925 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 23,605 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 21,528 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,924 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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LX08 ENW 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 81.3%.

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 LX08 ENW, 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 LX08 ENW registered?

LX08 ENW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is LX08 ENW safe to buy?

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