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OW56 XBA

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,044 mi
Last recorded21,044 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW56 XBA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 21,044 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 21,044 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 20,051 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 20,051 miles

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 16 May 2022 19,708 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 18,879 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 17,170 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 14,087 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 13,261 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2018 13,261 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 12,999 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 45,074 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 45,074 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 45,071 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 41,453 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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OW56 XBA is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,622 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 OW56 XBA, 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 20 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 OW56 XBA registered?

OW56 XBA is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is OW56 XBA safe to buy?

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