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NK54 VRV

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,267 mi
Last recorded26,267 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK54 VRV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 26,267 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2026 26,267 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 25,736 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 25,736 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 25,050 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 24,632 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 23,895 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 23,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 23,102 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2021 23,102 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2019 22,398 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2019 22,398 miles

Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 20,340 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 20,340 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 19,290 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 19,290 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 18,194 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 16,934 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 16,934 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 15,048 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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NK54 VRV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NK54 VRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK54 VRV registered?

NK54 VRV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is NK54 VRV safe to buy?

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