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VX04 GWN

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,388 mi
Last recorded43,388 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 GWN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 43,388 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 36,378 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 36,378 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 35,979 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 35,979 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 34,758 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 33,159 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 33,159 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 32,067 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2019 32,067 miles

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 31,197 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 26,867 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 24,600 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2015 20,918 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

drive chain lose

Pass 6 May 2014 11,321 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 7,577 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 6,598 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 6,433 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 6,090 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 5,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 5,193 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 3,947 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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VX04 GWN is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,730 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 VX04 GWN, 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 22 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 VX04 GWN registered?

VX04 GWN is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 18 May 2004.

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