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YJ08 OPZ

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,989 mi
Last recorded15,989 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 OPZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 15,989 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 15,403 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 14,924 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 14,257 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 13,495 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 12,388 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 11,998 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 11,664 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 10,755 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 10,352 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 8,943 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 8,073 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 6,652 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,052 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 6,052 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2012 6,019 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 5,239 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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YJ08 OPZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ08 OPZ, 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 YJ08 OPZ registered?

YJ08 OPZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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The MOT history for YJ08 OPZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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