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SN08 FGX

2008 Yamaha FZ600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,087 mi
Last recorded8,087 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ6007,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 FGX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 8,087 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 6,370 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 4,919 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 4,908 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 4,303 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 3,829 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 3,675 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre at 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 May 2016 2,402 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 2,402 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Motorcycle structure cracked grab rail (6.1.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 2,395 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear grab rail broke

Pass 26 Jul 2014 1,766 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 1,658 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 1,653 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 1,530 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ600?

Based on 2,177 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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SN08 FGX is a 2008 Yamaha FZ600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 7,967 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 FZ600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN08 FGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SN08 FGX registered?

SN08 FGX is a 2008 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is SN08 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 FGX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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