Yamaha Fz6 S2 (2009)
2009 Yamaha Fz6 S2
CarHunch analysed 107 real MOT records for the 2009 Yamaha Fz6 S2. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 Yamaha FZ6 S2 fails its MOT first time in nearly half of cases—only 57.3% pass versus the UK average of 80%—which suggests these bikes need closer pre-test inspection than most. The good news is dangerous defects are rare at 7.5%, so failures tend to be fixable rather than deal-breakers.
These FZ6s typically show low mileage for their age (median 10,851 miles), yet still accumulate an average of 2.5 advisories per test, pointing to age-related wear on seals, lights, and exhaust systems rather than heavy use damage. Before buying, budget for a pre-purchase inspection by a Yamaha-specialist mechanic, as the high failure rate suggests many owners skip basic maintenance between tests.
What to check before buying a 2009 Yamaha Fz6 S2
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (95%) | 102 | 55.6% | 0.67 |
| Other (5%) | 5 | 91.9% | 0.6 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Yamaha Fz6 S2 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Yamaha Fz6 S2 vehicles fall between 7,683 and 18,837 miles.
2009 Yamaha Fz6 S2 — Still on the Road
25 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 57% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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