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WV08 JYE

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,948 mi
Last recorded30,948 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 JYE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 30,948 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2026 30,944 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 30,578 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 29,907 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 29,270 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 27,754 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 26,903 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 23,807 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 23,807 miles

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

Stop lamp lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 22,558 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 17,798 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 16,066 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 14,907 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 13,224 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 9,456 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 5,829 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 3,992 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 3,212 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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WV08 JYE is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WV08 JYE, 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 WV08 JYE registered?

WV08 JYE is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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