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WX05 ETA

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,702 mi
Last recorded22,702 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 ETA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 22,702 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 May 2026 22,702 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 22,361 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 22,323 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 34,762 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 20,559 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 20,049 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 20,049 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 19,539 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 19,526 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 14,630 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 13,150 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 12,735 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 10,944 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 8,280 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 6,831 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 5,937 miles

front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 19 Mar 2008 4,547 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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WX05 ETA is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WX05 ETA, 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 WX05 ETA registered?

WX05 ETA is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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