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WV08 UPJ

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,360 mi
Last recorded12,360 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 UPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 12,360 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 12,237 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 11,791 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 11,459 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 11,167 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 10,181 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 9,729 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 8,461 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 7,418 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 7,070 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 6,486 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 6,176 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 5,415 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 2,877 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 UPJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPJ, 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 UPJ registered?

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

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