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NX58 VPU

2008 Yamaha FZ1 N

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,085 mi
Last recorded39,085 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N12,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX58 VPU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 N
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 39,085 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 39,085 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 38,165 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 38,164 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Not working from front brake lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2024 36,799 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 34,715 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 33,504 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 30,721 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 30,721 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 28,301 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 27,115 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 25,279 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 22,923 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 21,473 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 21,473 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 31,496 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 18,098 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 15,945 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 13,939 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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NX58 VPU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NX58 VPU, 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 NX58 VPU registered?

NX58 VPU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N, first registered on 6 September 2008.

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