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FT08 AHG

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,318 mi
Last recorded26,318 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 AHG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 26,318 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 24,796 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 20,379 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 20,167 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 19,499 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 18,865 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 18,338 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 17,630 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 17,390 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 16,736 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 16,344 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 15,187 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 14,501 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 11,665 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 11,665 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 10,530 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 10,530 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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FT08 AHG is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FT08 AHG, 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 FT08 AHG registered?

FT08 AHG is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is FT08 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 AHG 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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