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MX55 FLF

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

15,044 mi
Last recorded15,044 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 FLF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 15,044 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 14,888 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 14,888 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive very rusty, slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front front left caliper coated in oil, does not appear to be on brake pads

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 14,816 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 13,728 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

rear indicators mounted to carrier rack are upside down, with water drain holes at the top

Fail 14 Feb 2023 13,714 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected cable guide bracket mounted to top yoke is loose, retaining bolt that fixes this in place is catching on frame when steering in operation (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

rear indicators mounted to carrier rack are upside down, with water drain holes at the top

spotlights need repositioning, as beam too high

Pass 22 Mar 2022 13,149 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 11,824 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 11,824 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2019 11,642 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 11,642 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2018 11,085 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2017 10,954 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 10,549 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 9,469 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 9,059 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 8,473 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2012 7,945 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 6,850 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 5,372 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 4,724 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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MX55 FLF is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 MX55 FLF, 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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MX55 FLF is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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