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MF08 VMD

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,958 mi
Last recorded39,958 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 VMD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 39,958 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 31,740 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 31,740 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 26,485 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 26,339 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 25,387 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 25,387 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 25,272 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 24,381 miles

Rear tyre squared off

Pass 13 Jul 2017 23,588 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 22,106 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 20,109 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 20,109 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 17,452 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 13,857 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 9,151 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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MF08 VMD is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue 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 MF08 VMD, 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 MF08 VMD registered?

MF08 VMD is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is MF08 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 VMD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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