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WM08 VZX

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

20,918 mi
Last recorded20,918 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 VZX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 20,918 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 20,918 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 17,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake is slightly binding

Fail 18 Aug 2017 17,008 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake is slightly binding

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 23 Aug 2016 14,567 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 11,841 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 7,300 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 5,718 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 4,682 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 4,680 miles

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

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 VZX is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VZX, 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 VZX registered?

WM08 VZX is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is WM08 VZX safe to buy?

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