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WX05 WLV

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

51,095 mi
Last recorded51,095 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 WLV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 51,095 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 51,095 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 49,160 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 46,202 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2023 46,016 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 42,827 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 40,769 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2021 40,769 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 7 May 2020 39,901 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 39,405 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 36,142 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 33,853 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 30,389 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 30,389 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 26,641 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 24,019 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 24,019 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 16,121 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 16,100 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 12,394 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 11,072 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 9,782 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 6,649 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 WLV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 WLV, 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 WLV registered?

WX05 WLV is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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