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WV59 LTU

2009 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,026 mi
Last recorded71,026 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Yamaha FZ1S14,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 LTU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 71,026 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2022 63,593 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Fail 21 May 2022 63,431 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2021 55,373 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 51,321 miles

Exhaust noisy

Fail 29 Jul 2017 51,119 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Offside Engine Bolt Loose

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2016 40,933 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 31,393 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Front brake hose clamp was insecure

Fail 26 Jul 2014 21,352 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 21,352 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 13,374 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 12,591 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 12,591 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1S?

Based on 15,127 MOT tests across 1,279 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,142
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,279
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
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WV59 LTU is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha FZ1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% 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 FZ1S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV59 LTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1S typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha FZ1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV59 LTU registered?

WV59 LTU is a 2009 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 5 September 2009.

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