CarVerify

Free Car Check

YR08 FPF

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Black Petrol 1000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,299 mi
Last recorded26,299 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 FPF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 26,299 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 25,556 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 24,627 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 24,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 24,553 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 24,462 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 23,586 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust Noisy

Pass 14 Aug 2018 20,525 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 17,382 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 12,766 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 9,005 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 9,002 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2014 7,545 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 6,813 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 6,683 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 5,678 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
Full Yamaha FZ1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YR08 FPF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YR08 FPF, 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

How do I check the history of YR08 FPF?

You can check the full history of YR08 FPF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YR08 FPF registered?

YR08 FPF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is YR08 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 FPF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR08 FPF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YR08 FPF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.