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OU58 XLR

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

34,317 mi
Last recorded34,317 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU58 XLR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 34,317 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 33,539 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2025 33,539 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 31,276 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2023 31,276 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 29,610 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 29,610 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 28,302 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 23,067 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 15,812 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 13,111 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 13,054 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 12,193 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 10,466 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 8,766 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 8,766 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 6,611 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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OU58 XLR is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,928 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 OU58 XLR, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OU58 XLR registered?

OU58 XLR is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 20 September 2008.

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