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WP09 GBZ

2009 Yamaha FZ1 N

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,843 mi
Last recorded24,843 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N12,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP09 GBZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 N
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 24,843 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 22,164 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 18,808 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 15,691 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 12,697 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 12,571 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 12,571 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 12,067 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 8 May 2017 11,022 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 10,199 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 7,593 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 6,864 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 5,399 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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WP09 GBZ is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 12,968 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WP09 GBZ, 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 17 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 WP09 GBZ registered?

WP09 GBZ is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1 N, first registered on 24 June 2009.

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The MOT history for WP09 GBZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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