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YM08 JLU

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

24,708 mi
Last recorded24,708 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM08 JLU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 24,708 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 24,209 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 23,763 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 22,913 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 22,535 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 22,535 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 21,653 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 21,653 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 20,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre starting to wear unevenly

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 20,316 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre starting to wear unevenly

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 15,956 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced some LED's not working (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced some LED's not working (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 10,458 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear footpegs stiff

Fail 15 Jul 2017 10,458 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate incorrect too small (6.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear footpegs stiff

Pass 25 May 2016 5,525 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 4,560 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 4,319 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 4,319 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 3,737 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 3,448 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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YM08 JLU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YM08 JLU, 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 YM08 JLU registered?

YM08 JLU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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