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SB08 CWJ

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,755 mi
Last recorded12,755 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 CWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2026 12,755 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 11,697 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 10,630 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 5,952 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 4,943 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 3,169 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 3,156 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 4,924 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 3,025 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 May 2014 2,410 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 2,395 miles

front brake binding slightly

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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SB08 CWJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SB08 CWJ, 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 SB08 CWJ registered?

SB08 CWJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 23 August 2008.

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