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OU05 NVX

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,384 mi
Last recorded45,384 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 NVX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2024 45,384 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated fork seal leaking oil on brake (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

exhaust head pipes rusty

Pass 19 Aug 2023 43,929 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2023 43,920 miles

Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced yoke nut missing (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 39,923 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 39,923 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 38,360 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 37,071 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 35,988 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 32,910 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 30,324 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 23,145 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 17,838 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 13,408 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 13,317 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 13,071 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 12,002 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 11,488 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 10,996 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 10,338 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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OU05 NVX is a 2005 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 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 OU05 NVX, 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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OU05 NVX is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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