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SF56 GMX

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,953 mi
Last recorded19,953 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF56 GMX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 19,953 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 19,863 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2024 19,416 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 19,267 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 19,253 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 19,253 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2020 18,079 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2019 17,369 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 14,175 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 12,768 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 4,453 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 4,453 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 4,453 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 4,427 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2015 4,427 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 3,689 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 2,779 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 2,508 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 2,508 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 May 2011 1,506 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 1,495 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 1,209 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 GMX is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GMX, 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 GMX registered?

SF56 GMX is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is SF56 GMX safe to buy?

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