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SW59 FZR

2009 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,201 mi
Last recorded22,201 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ613,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 FZR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 22,201 miles

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

front tyre worn low on limit

rear brake pads worn

Pass 19 Mar 2025 21,296 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 20,796 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 18,581 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 12,433 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2022 12,433 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 11,011 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 9,697 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 3,190 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 1,611 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 1,462 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 1,448 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 1,442 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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SW59 FZR is a 2009 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SW59 FZR, 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 SW59 FZR registered?

SW59 FZR is a 2009 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is SW59 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 FZR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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