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WV56 BXB

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,253 mi
Last recorded38,253 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV56 BXB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 38,253 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 28,937 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 20,652 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2014 20,652 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 11,805 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 11,805 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 8,583 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 8,583 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 6,215 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 6,215 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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WV56 BXB is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,622 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 WV56 BXB, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV56 BXB registered?

WV56 BXB is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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