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SF56 GME

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,309 mi
Last recorded24,309 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF56 GME
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 24,309 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2025 23,635 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 23,232 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 22,841 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 22,024 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 21,407 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 20,739 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 20,739 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2018 20,004 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 19,073 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 18,338 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2016 18,338 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 15,317 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 15,317 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 12,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 12,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2013 11,891 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 11,774 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 11,129 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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SF56 GME is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,622 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 SF56 GME, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF56 GME registered?

SF56 GME is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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