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WA05 SPZ

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

13,892 mi
Last recorded13,892 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 SPZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 13,892 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 11,917 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 11,917 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 9,574 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 9,574 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 5,947 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 5,664 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 5,362 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 5,362 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 5,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 4,837 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 4,403 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 4,400 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 4,260 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 3,806 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 3,411 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 3,410 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 3,315 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2012 2,609 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 1,641 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 1,492 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 1,319 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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WA05 SPZ is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 WA05 SPZ, 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 WA05 SPZ registered?

WA05 SPZ is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is WA05 SPZ safe to buy?

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