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WM08 SFY

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

25,921 mi
Last recorded25,921 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 SFY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 25,921 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 25,921 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 24,552 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2022 22,692 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 22,692 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2021 20,657 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 20,371 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 20,367 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 18,417 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,785 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 27,785 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 16,717 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 14,898 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

front brakes binding slighty

Pass 17 Apr 2015 13,617 miles

fuel tank corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2013 11,588 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 9,572 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 9,565 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2011 6,977 miles

Front 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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WM08 SFY is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SFY, 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 WM08 SFY registered?

WM08 SFY is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is WM08 SFY safe to buy?

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