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BG08 AYC

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,581 mi
Last recorded25,581 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 AYC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 25,581 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2019 25,581 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 23,512 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2018 23,479 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 20,669 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 19,373 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 18,808 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 18,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 May 2014 15,280 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 10,534 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 7,528 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 3,440 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 3,440 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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BG08 AYC is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BG08 AYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG08 AYC registered?

BG08 AYC is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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