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DX08 DDK

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,082 mi
Last recorded32,082 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 DDK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 32,082 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 30,819 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 29,315 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 27,368 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 24,567 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 22,780 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 17,652 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 17,652 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 14,645 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 11,120 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 8,487 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively slight vertical movement on linckage bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2015 5,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 5,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 1,482 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 1,404 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 1,288 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 1,048 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS1000?

Based on 71,815 MOT tests across 4,923 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
1,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 712
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 413
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 163
reflector on motorcycle missing 153
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DX08 DDK is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 16,108 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 FZS1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 712 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 DDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX08 DDK registered?

DX08 DDK is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DX08 DDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 DDK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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