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AY08 GUW

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,360 mi
Last recorded17,360 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 GUW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 17,360 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 17,223 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear brake pads, Outer pad getting low - possible caliper slides sticking. (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 16,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 15,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 15,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 14,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 13,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 11,474 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 6,172 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 6,111 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 5,854 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 5,221 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 4,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

small number plate fitted

Fail 9 Sep 2011 4,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

small number plate fitted

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1S?

Based on 15,127 MOT tests across 1,279 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,142
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,279
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
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AY08 GUW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 16,600 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ1S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY08 GUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1S typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY08 GUW registered?

AY08 GUW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is AY08 GUW safe to buy?

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