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WV58 MLK

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,349 mi
Last recorded21,349 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 MLK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 21,349 miles

Exhaust header bolt snapped but still secure

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 21,340 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 17,988 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 14,932 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 14,876 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 14,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 14,345 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2019 14,341 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 13,796 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 12,465 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 12,465 miles

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 11,381 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 11,380 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 10,661 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 9,173 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 7,701 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 6,125 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 4,332 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))

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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WV58 MLK 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 83.3%.

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 WV58 MLK, 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 WV58 MLK registered?

WV58 MLK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 10 September 2008.

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