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WX56 JZR

2006 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

25,407 mi
Last recorded25,407 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ617,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 JZR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 25,407 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 25,389 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 25,237 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 25,218 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2023 25,180 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 24,940 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 24,796 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 24,772 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 24,772 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 24,380 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 24,356 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))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 23,857 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 23,397 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 23,000 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 21,693 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 17,457 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 17,457 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 13,208 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 11,710 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 9,887 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 9,887 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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WX56 JZR is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WX56 JZR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX56 JZR registered?

WX56 JZR is a 2006 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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