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SK08 BBZ

2008 Yamaha Fz

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,742 mi
Last recorded30,742 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Fz14,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 BBZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 30,742 miles

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front clutch pivot pin worm

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Jun 2025 30,742 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front clutch pivot pin worm

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 25,749 miles

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

Central Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Clutch lever incorrectly positioned makes slight contact with bar end mirror fixing (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 25,749 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Central Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Clutch lever incorrectly positioned makes slight contact with bar end mirror fixing (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 17,607 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 15,388 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 14,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 14,972 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 14,972 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 14,904 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 14,700 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 13,935 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 12,920 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,957 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 11,075 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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SK08 BBZ is a 2008 Yamaha Fz in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% 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 Fz fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK08 BBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Fz is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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SK08 BBZ is a 2008 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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