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WU54 BWP

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Maroon Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,669 mi
Last recorded38,669 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 BWP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 38,669 miles

speedo not working .

Fail 19 Aug 2016 38,669 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

speedo not working .

Pass 31 Mar 2014 31,826 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 31,816 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 29,890 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 29,540 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 29,540 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 26,307 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2009 21,333 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 21,333 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2009 21,322 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 17,241 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 17,233 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 12,074 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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WU54 BWP is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Maroon with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 16,481 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 WU54 BWP, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU54 BWP registered?

WU54 BWP is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 February 2005.

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