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YF08 OYS

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,278 mi
Last recorded18,278 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 OYS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 18,278 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 17,584 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 9,398 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 8,449 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 7,810 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 7,570 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 7,239 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 6,959 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 5,698 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 5,691 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 4,625 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 4,553 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 3,848 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))

Pass 31 Jul 2012 3,026 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 2,652 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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YF08 OYS is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YF08 OYS, 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 YF08 OYS registered?

YF08 OYS is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 9 May 2008.

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