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PE08 XCL

2008 Yamaha FZ1 N

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,287 mi
Last recorded2,287 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N12,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 XCL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 N
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 2,287 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread Depth 1.65mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 2,130 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 2,119 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 May 2023 2,044 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 1,899 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 1,838 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 1,828 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 1,818 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 1,807 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 1,798 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 1,752 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 1,670 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 1,425 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 1,234 miles

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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PE08 XCL is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PE08 XCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE08 XCL registered?

PE08 XCL is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 N, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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