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YA08 KCU

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

20,368 mi
Last recorded20,368 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 KCU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 20,368 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 20,368 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure Clevis pin missing (1.1.15 (c))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 14,337 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 13,257 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 13,086 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 13,086 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 May 2021 12,495 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 12,495 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 11,960 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 11,955 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 11,751 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 10,806 miles

Front Brake lever 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)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2016 9,669 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 8,664 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 8,664 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 8,234 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 7,736 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2012 7,221 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 6,095 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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YA08 KCU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 15,086 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 YA08 KCU, 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 18 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 YA08 KCU registered?

YA08 KCU is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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