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AE08 MVA

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,540 mi
Last recorded64,540 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 MVA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 64,540 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 52,901 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 37,920 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 26,655 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 13,982 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 1,827 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2012 1,827 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 1,483 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 MVA is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MVA, 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.

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What year was AE08 MVA registered?

AE08 MVA is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is AE08 MVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 MVA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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