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MJ08 VWP

2008 Yamaha FZ6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,812 mi
Last recorded6,812 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 VWP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 6,812 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2015 4,437 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2014 3,346 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 1,890 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 1,785 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain very rusty

handlebar bent slightly nearside

Fail 17 Nov 2011 1,785 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain very rusty

handlebar bent slightly nearside

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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MJ08 VWP is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MJ08 VWP, 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 MJ08 VWP registered?

MJ08 VWP is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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