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CX58 ELW

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,268 mi
Last recorded22,268 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX58 ELW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 22,268 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 20,952 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 30,597 miles

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 18,156 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 18,156 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front Brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 18,064 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear reflector not facing the rear (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 28,951 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 17,418 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 17,351 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 17,213 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 16,734 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 15,915 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 14,701 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 11,908 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 11,908 miles

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

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

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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CX58 ELW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CX58 ELW, 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 CX58 ELW registered?

CX58 ELW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 12 October 2008.

Is CX58 ELW safe to buy?

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