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LS08 FXT

2008 Yamaha FZS1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,382 mi
Last recorded50,382 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZS100016,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 FXT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 50,382 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 44,261 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 41,087 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement s/absorber / swingarm linkage bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 40,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear suspension linkage has free play

Pass 9 Apr 2021 37,111 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 32,368 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 29,767 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 29,767 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 20,137 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,859 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 28,650 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 23,497 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 19,659 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 15,635 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 9,358 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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LS08 FXT is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LS08 FXT, 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 LS08 FXT registered?

LS08 FXT is a 2008 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is LS08 FXT safe to buy?

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