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WM08 YOC

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,168 mi
Last recorded35,168 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 YOC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 35,168 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 7 May 2026 35,168 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 34,897 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 34,486 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 34,272 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 34,272 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 33,097 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 32,631 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 31,327 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 30,423 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 29,458 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 27,914 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 19,623 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 11,809 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 5,096 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 YOC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YOC, 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 YOC registered?

WM08 YOC is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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