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PJ57 VME

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,002 mi
Last recorded25,002 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ57 VME
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 25,002 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 18,997 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 18,997 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 18,031 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 16,400 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 15,739 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017
Pass 2 Jun 2016 24,346 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 14,617 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 13,728 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 12,082 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 10,843 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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PJ57 VME is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PJ57 VME, 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 PJ57 VME registered?

PJ57 VME is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 12 January 2008.

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The MOT history for PJ57 VME shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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