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VK55 LWY

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,233 mi
Last recorded37,233 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 LWY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 37,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 36,113 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 34,861 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 33,737 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 52,582 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 32,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 32,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 31,213 miles

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

O/S/R wheel adjuster cap loose

Pass 22 Jul 2019 30,300 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 26,459 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 22,615 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 13,101 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 11,519 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 9,604 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 9,317 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 9,317 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 7,014 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 3,443 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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VK55 LWY is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 16,481 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 VK55 LWY, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VK55 LWY registered?

VK55 LWY is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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