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GU58 SKF

2008 Yamaha Fz

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,470 mi
Last recorded26,470 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Fz14,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 SKF
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 26,470 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 26,452 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 26,192 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 25,756 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 24,015 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 23,647 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 23,273 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 22,333 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 19,982 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 14,933 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 11,864 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 7,817 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 7,814 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2013 5,721 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 5,468 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 5,384 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 4,935 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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GU58 SKF is a 2008 Yamaha Fz in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 14,930 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 Fz fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU58 SKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Fz is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GU58 SKF registered?

GU58 SKF is a 2008 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is GU58 SKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 SKF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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