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AE08 MXM

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,554 mi
Last recorded43,554 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 MXM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 43,554 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 40,774 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2022 40,774 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 38,871 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 36,062 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 33,517 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 31,184 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 27,539 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 27,539 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 23,967 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 23,967 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 21,768 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 19,568 miles

rear tyre tread getting low

Fail 14 Aug 2014 18,868 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 18,868 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 24 May 2013 16,350 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 13,416 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 11,393 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 MXM is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MXM, 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 MXM registered?

AE08 MXM is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AE08 MXM safe to buy?

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