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YR08 FRJ

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,670 mi
Last recorded17,670 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 FRJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2025 17,670 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 16,723 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 16,320 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 16,208 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 15,692 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 14,454 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 13,760 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 11,574 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 9,755 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 7,806 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 6,008 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 5,740 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 5,416 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))

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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YR08 FRJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YR08 FRJ, 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 YR08 FRJ registered?

YR08 FRJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is YR08 FRJ safe to buy?

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