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AD05 GAV

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,438 mi
Last recorded19,438 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 GAV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2025 19,438 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 19,429 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 19,408 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 19,329 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 19,260 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 19,184 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 19,039 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 18,940 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 18,645 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 18,084 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 16,962 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 15,794 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 15,068 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 13,034 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 10,361 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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AD05 GAV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AD05 GAV, 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 AD05 GAV registered?

AD05 GAV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AD05 GAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 GAV shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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