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WP08 LMJ

2008 Yamaha FZR1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,604 mi
Last recorded48,604 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZR100020,802 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 LMJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 48,604 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 30 Jun 2025 48,603 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 20 Jul 2021 47,655 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 45,110 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 41,998 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2017 35,970 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 34,065 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 32,986 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 32,986 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 25,011 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 6,743 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 4,472 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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WP08 LMJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZR1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 20,802 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 FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP08 LMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WP08 LMJ registered?

WP08 LMJ is a 2008 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 July 2008.

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