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LD08 VEM

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,846 mi
Last recorded41,846 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 VEM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 41,846 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 37,753 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 34,698 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2023 33,377 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 28,982 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 24,517 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 17,228 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 14,843 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 13,590 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 13,590 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,245 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 12,738 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,029 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 10,719 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,835 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,192 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS1000?

Based on 71,815 MOT tests across 4,923 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
1,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 712
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 413
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 163
reflector on motorcycle missing 153
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LD08 VEM is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Grey 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 FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 16,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZS1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 712 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD08 VEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LD08 VEM registered?

LD08 VEM is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is LD08 VEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 VEM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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