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YP08 WEA

2008 Yamaha FZR1000

Yellow Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,975 mi
Last recorded31,975 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZR100020,802 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 WEA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 31,975 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 30,764 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 30,700 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 30,068 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 29,115 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 28,565 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,563 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 24,558 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 24,558 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2016 20,802 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 20,802 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 18,729 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 16,111 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2014 16,111 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 13,760 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 12,527 miles
Pass 2 May 2011 9,984 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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YP08 WEA is a 2008 Yamaha FZR1000 in Yellow with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YP08 WEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP08 WEA registered?

YP08 WEA is a 2008 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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The MOT history for YP08 WEA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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