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NM08 YCC

2008 Yamaha FZ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,526 mi
Last recorded18,526 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ6007,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 YCC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 18,526 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 17,299 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 16,530 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 16,099 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 15,546 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 14,930 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 14,015 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 13,164 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 12,268 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 11,233 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 11,233 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 10,154 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 7,012 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 6,986 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 4,883 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 4,348 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 4,348 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ600?

Based on 2,177 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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NM08 YCC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 7,967 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 FZ600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NM08 YCC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NM08 YCC registered?

NM08 YCC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is NM08 YCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM08 YCC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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