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WX08 UMR

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,190 mi
Last recorded16,190 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 UMR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 16,190 miles
Fail 16 May 2026 16,184 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2025 15,900 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 15,894 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2024 15,182 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 15,105 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 15,084 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2022 15,084 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 12,012 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 10,022 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 7,273 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 7,273 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 6,591 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 4,379 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 2,209 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 2,085 miles

drive chain slightly dry

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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WX08 UMR is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WX08 UMR, 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.

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What year was WX08 UMR registered?

WX08 UMR is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is WX08 UMR safe to buy?

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