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MJ51 YAM

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,222 mi
Last recorded40,222 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ51 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 40,222 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 40,222 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 35,361 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 33,824 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 31,915 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 29,410 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15kg (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 27,074 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 27,074 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 26,380 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 25,430 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 24,525 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 22,596 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 21,183 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,520 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,609 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 16,679 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 15,529 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2009 15,529 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 13,508 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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MJ51 YAM is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,730 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 MJ51 YAM, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MJ51 YAM is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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