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AX08 CPO

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,350 mi
Last recorded42,350 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 CPO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 42,350 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 38,789 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 38,397 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 38,058 miles

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Reduced damping. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 37,580 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 37,253 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 37,251 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 50% (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 32,006 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 32,006 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Feb 2017 26,596 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 26,379 miles

Small number plate fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2015 23,420 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 20,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 16,961 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,166 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 10,683 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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AX08 CPO is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AX08 CPO, 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 AX08 CPO registered?

AX08 CPO is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is AX08 CPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 CPO shows 16 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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