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FX08 KPA

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,394 mi
Last recorded4,394 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 KPA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 4,394 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 4,375 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 4,356 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 4,338 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 4,281 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 4,225 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 4,185 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 4,103 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 4,029 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2012 3,944 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 3,909 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 3,909 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 3,735 miles

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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FX08 KPA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX08 KPA, 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.

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What year was FX08 KPA registered?

FX08 KPA is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is FX08 KPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 KPA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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