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SW08 RAM

2009 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,030 mi
Last recorded14,030 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ613,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 RAM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 14,030 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 12,921 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 11,848 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 10,403 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 9,510 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 7,896 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 7,225 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 5,013 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 2,113 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 2,113 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 1,998 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 1,774 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 1,616 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 1,579 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 1,464 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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SW08 RAM is a 2009 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 13,968 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SW08 RAM, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW08 RAM registered?

SW08 RAM is a 2009 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is SW08 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 RAM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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