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WU08 ZKA

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

34,212 mi
Last recorded34,212 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 ZKA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 34,212 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 34,212 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock aftermarket wiring incorrectly routed (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 33,061 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 30,720 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 29,422 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 27,754 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2022 27,754 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 26,323 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 23,470 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 20,880 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 16,437 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 16,008 miles

rear luggage carrier loose but secure at time of test

Pass 15 Mar 2016 15,929 miles

top box carrier loose clamps move around on grab rail but is secure can't fall off

Pass 31 Jan 2015 14,901 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 13,739 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 13,739 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 10,112 miles

slight slice in rear tyer

Pass 22 Feb 2012 2,562 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 2,041 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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WU08 ZKA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black 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 WU08 ZKA, 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 WU08 ZKA registered?

WU08 ZKA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is WU08 ZKA safe to buy?

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