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DN08 FVY

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,858 mi
Last recorded28,858 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 FVY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 28,858 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 26,902 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 24,925 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 22,577 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 19,044 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 15,245 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 15,228 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 15,208 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 11,932 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 11,912 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 10,827 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 7,074 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 5,842 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2014 5,842 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 5,202 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2012 4,421 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 4,328 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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DN08 FVY is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DN08 FVY, 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 DN08 FVY registered?

DN08 FVY is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 11 June 2008.

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The MOT history for DN08 FVY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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