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RJ57 VMK

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,366 mi
Last recorded33,366 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 VMK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 33,366 miles

tyres wearing uneven

Fail 8 Jul 2026 33,366 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

chain slightly loose

tyres wearing uneven

Pass 23 Jun 2025 32,846 miles

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

both tyres misshapen

Pass 14 May 2024 32,154 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 31,653 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 30,173 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 30,173 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 28,441 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2021 28,441 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 27,695 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 26,257 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 24,895 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 22,896 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 20,826 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 18,739 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 16,730 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 14,979 miles

reg plate lamp not working

Pass 18 Jan 2012 12,953 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 10,210 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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RJ57 VMK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RJ57 VMK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ57 VMK registered?

RJ57 VMK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 2 January 2008.

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