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YN05 UBG

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

23,771 mi
Last recorded23,771 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZ616,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 UBG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 23,771 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 22,995 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2024 22,995 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 21,658 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2023 21,657 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 19,780 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2022 19,780 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 17,356 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 16,327 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 15,474 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 14,250 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 13,162 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 13,162 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 11,291 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 10,851 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 8,999 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 8,996 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 6,900 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 6,879 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 6,856 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 6,779 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 6,711 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 6,632 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 6,059 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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YN05 UBG is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 YN05 UBG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN05 UBG registered?

YN05 UBG is a 2005 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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