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DX08 ESU

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,250 mi
Last recorded15,250 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 ESU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 15,250 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2017 15,228 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 17 May 2016 12,664 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 10,929 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 8,749 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 5,692 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 4,700 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2011 3,740 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 ESU is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ESU, 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 ESU registered?

DX08 ESU is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is DX08 ESU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 ESU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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