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DE09 LRA

2009 Yamaha FZ1S

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,541 mi
Last recorded25,541 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ1S14,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 LRA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 25,541 miles

Nearside Mirror pivot very loose

Offside Mirror pivot slightly loose

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 24,750 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 23,131 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 22,419 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 22,416 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Handlebars bent.. (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 May 2021 21,623 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 21,166 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 19,238 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 17,544 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 14,964 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 12,341 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 8,499 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 7,586 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,812 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 5,435 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 5,435 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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DE09 LRA is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1S 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 2009 Yamaha FZ1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 14,930 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 DE09 LRA, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha FZ1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DE09 LRA is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 27 April 2009.

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