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LB09 FZK

2009 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,159 mi
Last recorded45,159 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ1S14,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB09 FZK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 45,159 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both mirrors slightly loose

front tyre slightly stepping on edge

Pass 28 Aug 2024 44,534 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 44,349 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both mirrors slightly loose

exhaust manifold clamps rusty

Pass 16 Aug 2022 44,182 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

exhaust manifold clamps rusty

Fail 16 Aug 2022 44,182 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

exhaust manifold clamps rusty

Pass 27 Aug 2021 43,769 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 43,458 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 40,245 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2017 40,245 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 36,104 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 36,104 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 32,671 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 27,120 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 23,295 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 23,295 miles

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

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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LB09 FZK is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha FZ1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% 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 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 LB09 FZK, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha FZ1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB09 FZK registered?

LB09 FZK is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 3 July 2009.

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