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YS08 AFA

2008 Yamaha FZ6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,222 mi
Last recorded17,222 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ615,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 AFA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 17,222 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 15,093 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 12,141 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 11,690 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 11,679 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 11,538 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 11,510 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,476 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 10,240 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 7,129 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 7,129 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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YS08 AFA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YS08 AFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS08 AFA registered?

YS08 AFA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is YS08 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS08 AFA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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