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PJ08 DVT

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,768 mi
Last recorded16,768 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 DVT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 16,768 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 16,768 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 15,555 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 15,555 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 13,541 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 11,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2014 10,016 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 7,856 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 5,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 11 Jun 2012 5,683 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 3,815 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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PJ08 DVT is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PJ08 DVT, 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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PJ08 DVT is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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