MOT Status
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33,065 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Offside Front mirror mounting slightly loose
Rear suspension bush has slight free play mono-shock linkages (2.4.A2a(i))
idle speed slightly high
rear suspension monoshock linkage bushes slight play
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS1000?
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AK08 FLW is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Grey 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 AK08 FLW, 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 AK08 FLW registered?
AK08 FLW is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 March 2008.
Is AK08 FLW safe to buy?
The MOT history for AK08 FLW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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