Yamaha Fz6
MotorcycleFrom 3,089 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Fz6s fare better: 2009 models pass at 89.4% vs 85.4% for 2004.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 43 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 43 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 33 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 28 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 27 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 22 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 22 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 17 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 17 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 15 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 14 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 13.4% of Fz6 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £45.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 89.4% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2008 | 84% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2007 | 85.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2006 | 83.9% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, steering head bearings have excessive wear or play |
3 earlier years
| 2005 | 82.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2004 | 85.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2003 | 79.5% | rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fz6s tested had between 18,828 and 42,552 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,084 median miles, the Fz6 has 0.057 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Fz6 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Fz6 has a 84.6% MOT pass rate based on 3,089 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fz6?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Fz6 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 43 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Fz6 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Fz6 is 27,084 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,828 and 42,552 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.