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SF55 SLV

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,567 mi
Last recorded30,567 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 SLV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 30,567 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 28,285 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 3 squares (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2022 26,888 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 26,888 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2021 24,745 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 3 Squares (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 3 Squares (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2019 22,957 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 21,798 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 19,825 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 15,020 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 14,857 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 13,931 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 13,909 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2013 12,839 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 11,016 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 10,993 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Apr 2012 10,972 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 8,819 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 7,091 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 4,059 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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SF55 SLV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 16,481 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 SF55 SLV, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF55 SLV registered?

SF55 SLV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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