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AE08 APF

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,936 mi
Last recorded37,936 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 APF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 37,936 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 37,936 miles

Rear Road spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 36,818 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 36,230 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 35,440 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 34,697 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 33,043 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 31,128 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 26,338 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 24,245 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 21,481 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 18,663 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 16,486 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 14,108 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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AE08 APF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 AE08 APF, 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.

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What year was AE08 APF registered?

AE08 APF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AE08 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 APF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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