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VK55 LZL

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,026 mi
Last recorded71,026 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 LZL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 71,026 miles

Front cowling damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Sep 2018 71,026 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front cowling damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 64,532 miles

Nearside Rear footrest seized (unseized at vts)

Offside Rear footrest seized (unseized at vts)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 57,626 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Jun 2016 57,626 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Dec 2014 48,224 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 45,563 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 44,670 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 36,815 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 36,815 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 29,791 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 21,874 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 12,904 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 LZL is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VK55 LZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK55 LZL registered?

VK55 LZL is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 October 2005.

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