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SH08 JYC

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,163 mi
Last recorded28,163 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 JYC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 28,163 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 28,014 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 27,862 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2023 27,862 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 27,843 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 27,843 miles

Fuel tank insecure bolt missing from front mounting and other finger tight (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 27,529 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2020 27,036 miles

Front tyre starting to lose profile

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 May 2020 27,036 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front tyre starting to lose profile

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Mar 2019 26,180 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 24,300 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,794 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 17,363 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 13,688 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 12,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 10,654 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 10,654 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2011 7,614 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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SH08 JYC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SH08 JYC, 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 SH08 JYC registered?

SH08 JYC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is SH08 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 JYC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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