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MV05 EVW

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,913 mi
Last recorded68,913 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 EVW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 68,913 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 65,758 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 58,795 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 51,212 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 51,212 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 38,333 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2018 34,510 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 28,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 May 2016 26,983 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 24,909 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 23,532 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 21,908 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 20,010 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 18,232 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 16,911 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 15,746 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 13,838 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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MV05 EVW is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 16,481 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MV05 EVW, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV05 EVW registered?

MV05 EVW is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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