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WL04 VZF

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

33,314 mi
Last recorded33,314 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL04 VZF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 33,314 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar slightly corroded (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 33,314 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar slightly corroded (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2024 31,337 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 29,283 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 27,002 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 27,002 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 25,289 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2018 21,852 miles

Front Mudguard insecure mount cracked ()

Pass 10 Jul 2017 18,725 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2017 18,725 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 15,371 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 15,364 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 15,288 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 15,201 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,994 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 14,840 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 22,014 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 22,014 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,537 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Apr 2009 14,537 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 11,433 miles

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

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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WL04 VZF is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WL04 VZF, 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.

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WL04 VZF is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 3 August 2004.

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