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WU05 GVW

2005 Yamaha Fz 6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

36,025 mi
Last recorded36,025 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Fz 69,171 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 GVW
MakeYamaha
ModelFz 6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 36,025 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 34,822 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 33,573 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 33,573 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire front retaining bolts missing (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2021 33,214 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 32,479 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 31,489 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 30,832 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 25 Apr 2018 30,832 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 29,948 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 28,840 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 28,863 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 28,075 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 27,552 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 26,763 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 25,497 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 21,809 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 19,373 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 16,171 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 13,542 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz 6?

Based on 845 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
887
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Horn not working 3
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WU05 GVW is a 2005 Yamaha Fz 6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Fz 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 9,171 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fz 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU05 GVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Fz 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU05 GVW?

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What year was WU05 GVW registered?

WU05 GVW is a 2005 Yamaha Fz 6, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is WU05 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 GVW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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