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DK08 VMF

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

30,301 mi
Last recorded30,301 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 VMF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 30,301 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 30,267 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 26,533 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 22,480 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 35,796 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 21,467 miles
Fail 1 May 2021 21,467 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 19,796 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 19,633 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 18,716 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 17,507 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 16,593 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 16,593 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 15,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 14,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 13,575 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 11,856 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 7,591 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 4,590 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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DK08 VMF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DK08 VMF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 VMF registered?

DK08 VMF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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