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GK08 XZH

2008 Yamaha FZ1 N

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,809 mi
Last recorded29,809 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N12,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XZH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 N
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 29,809 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 27,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 24,764 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 21,756 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 18,719 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 18,582 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 18,453 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 18,099 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess slight buckle causing lateral runout, 2mm max. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 18,099 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high horn bracket stopping adjustment, correct bulb fitted. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess slight buckle causing lateral runout, 2mm max. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 17,485 miles

Exhaust noisy remus silencer fitted with baffle (7.1.2)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged rear tyre valve slight perishing (4.1.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2016 16,553 miles

Exhaust noisy Remus silencer fitted with baffle (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 14,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 8,982 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 8,931 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 8,218 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 5,393 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1 N?

Based on 9,260 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
940
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
reflector on motorcycle missing 61
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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GK08 XZH is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N in Black 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 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 12,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ1 N fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK08 XZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GK08 XZH registered?

GK08 XZH is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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