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AE08 AFZ

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,743 mi
Last recorded53,743 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 AFZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 53,743 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced failed leds (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 May 2026 53,743 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced failed leds (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 May 2025 50,876 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 48,431 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 48,385 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in bearing at the back of the linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 48,299 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 48,100 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 47,629 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 47,629 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 44,148 miles

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

rear suspension has slight play in linkage

Pass 11 Apr 2018 41,432 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 39,448 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 39,448 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2016 36,622 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 36,051 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 32,248 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 29,143 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 25,181 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2011 19,446 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS1000?

Based on 71,815 MOT tests across 4,923 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
1,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 712
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 413
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 163
reflector on motorcycle missing 153
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AE08 AFZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 16,108 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 FZS1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 712 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 AFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 AFZ registered?

AE08 AFZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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