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WG57 RSU

2008 Yamaha FZ6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,466 mi
Last recorded28,466 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 RSU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 28,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

advise throttle grip incorrectly fitted

Fail 13 May 2026 28,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

advise throttle grip incorrectly fitted

Pass 20 May 2025 27,357 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 26,030 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 24,805 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 24,805 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 23,735 miles

exhaust baffles missing

offside frame & fuel tank slightly damaged

Fail 22 Jan 2022 23,735 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

exhaust baffles missing

offside frame & fuel tank slightly damaged

Pass 25 Jul 2020 12,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 21,270 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 20,791 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 20,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 18,867 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 27 Feb 2016 18,867 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 13,100 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 11,873 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 9,841 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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WG57 RSU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 WG57 RSU, 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 WG57 RSU registered?

WG57 RSU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 11 February 2008.

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