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YD08 GWZ

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,381 mi
Last recorded21,381 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 GWZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 21,381 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 19,751 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 17,725 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear not even on side flat spot is apparent (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2022
Pass 19 May 2021 13,592 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 12,194 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 11,205 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 9,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2017 9,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 4,579 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 4,389 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 2,317 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 2,317 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2013 194 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 194 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 13,306 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 8,006 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 8,006 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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YD08 GWZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YD08 GWZ, 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 YD08 GWZ registered?

YD08 GWZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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