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FV09 DVB

2009 Yamaha Yzf

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

15,671 mi
Last recorded15,671 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf14,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 DVB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 15,671 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 15,669 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 12,844 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 12,844 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged front tyre valve (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 12,834 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 19,183 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 19,183 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake cylinder cracked and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake cylinder insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2022 16,073 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 16,073 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 16,073 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Front brake light switch not working. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 15,831 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 13,748 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 12,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 11,939 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 11,833 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 7,061 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 7,061 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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 20 Dec 2013 3,548 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 952 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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FV09 DVB is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 14,918 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV09 DVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FV09 DVB is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 9 May 2009.

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