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FY58 EGJ

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,361 mi
Last recorded20,361 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 EGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 20,361 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 21,077 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2024 21,076 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 19,886 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 19,877 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 16,561 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 16,558 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 16,036 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 15,196 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 14,493 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 14,102 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 14,023 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 13,189 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 9,527 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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FY58 EGJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FY58 EGJ, 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 FY58 EGJ registered?

FY58 EGJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is FY58 EGJ safe to buy?

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