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BF08 SFK

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,777 mi
Last recorded12,777 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 SFK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 12,777 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 12,777 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 12,773 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,151 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 9,336 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 7,356 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2013 5,025 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 3,130 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 1,885 miles

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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BF08 SFK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF08 SFK, 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 BF08 SFK registered?

BF08 SFK is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 3 April 2008.

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