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AE08 MVM

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,334 mi
Last recorded11,334 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 MVM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 11,334 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 11,334 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 10,081 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 9,369 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 7,675 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 7,577 miles

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

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

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 MVM is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MVM, 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 MVM registered?

AE08 MVM is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AE08 MVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 MVM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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