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WM08 JNK

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

31,088 mi
Last recorded31,088 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 JNK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 31,088 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,852 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 30,137 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 29,788 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 29,509 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 29,237 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 29,111 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 29,111 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2019 28,501 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 27,921 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 27,607 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 23,915 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 20,448 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 17,291 miles

front brake travel

slight bind to front brake

Pass 23 May 2013 13,290 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 23 May 2013 13,290 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 22 May 2012 10,191 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2012 10,191 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 9,469 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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WM08 JNK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WM08 JNK, 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.

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What year was WM08 JNK registered?

WM08 JNK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is WM08 JNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 JNK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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