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YJ05 XTB

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,024 mi
Last recorded23,024 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 XTB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 23,024 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 23,016 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2021 23,016 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 21,344 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 21,312 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 18,012 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 15,844 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 15,844 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Front brake light switch (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2016 14,660 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 14,548 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,163 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 13,064 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 11,145 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 10,442 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 9,921 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 9,921 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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YJ05 XTB is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YJ05 XTB, 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 YJ05 XTB registered?

YJ05 XTB is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 12 July 2005.

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