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VN08 AOY

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,173 mi
Last recorded19,173 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 AOY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 19,173 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 18,165 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 17,890 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 17,201 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 17,201 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 17,201 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 16,436 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 14,930 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 14 Mar 2017 14,553 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 14,552 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 12,080 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 12,080 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective fouling handguard (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective fouling handguard (2.1.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 9,559 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 6,637 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 1,915 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 1,723 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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VN08 AOY is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,928 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 VN08 AOY, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN08 AOY registered?

VN08 AOY is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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The MOT history for VN08 AOY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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