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AE08 CSO

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,964 mi
Last recorded9,964 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 CSO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 9,964 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 9,789 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 9,493 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 9,162 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 8,228 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 5,451 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 5,322 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 4,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 4,384 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 4,384 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 4,012 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 3,720 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 3,501 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 3,125 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 CSO is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Black 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 CSO, 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 AE08 CSO?

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What year was AE08 CSO registered?

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

Is AE08 CSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 CSO 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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