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FV58 FVS

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,629 mi
Last recorded48,629 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 FVS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 48,629 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 46,629 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 44,868 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 44,067 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 43,458 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 40,537 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 61,331 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 May 2019 61,330 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 34,216 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 31,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2016 28,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 24,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 20,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,302 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 17,049 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 15,701 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1?

Based on 6,532 MOT tests across 589 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
974
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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FV58 FVS is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 15,086 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV58 FVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV58 FVS registered?

FV58 FVS is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 8 November 2008.

Is FV58 FVS safe to buy?

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