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DS09 TVJ

2009 Yamaha FZ1 N

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,885 mi
Last recorded27,885 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N12,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 TVJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 N
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 27,885 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 27,885 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 27,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 27,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 27,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 26,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Sep 2022 26,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 24,753 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 22,221 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 22,024 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 21,872 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 21,872 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 20,273 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 19,994 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 15,744 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 11,943 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1 N?

Based on 9,260 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
940
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
reflector on motorcycle missing 61
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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DS09 TVJ is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 12,968 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 FZ1 N fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS09 TVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 N typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS09 TVJ registered?

DS09 TVJ is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N, first registered on 7 August 2009.

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