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WN09 XEL

2009 Yamaha FZ1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,178 mi
Last recorded2,178 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ115,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN09 XEL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 2,178 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 1,871 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 1,833 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 1,772 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 1,640 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 1,640 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 1,490 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 806 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1?

Based on 6,532 MOT tests across 589 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
974
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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WN09 XEL is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha FZ1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,143 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WN09 XEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WN09 XEL registered?

WN09 XEL is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 11 April 2009.

Is WN09 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN09 XEL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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