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BN58 EWV

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,310 mi
Last recorded3,310 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 EWV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 3,310 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2016 3,209 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 3,073 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 3,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 3,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 27 Mar 2013 3,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2011 2,886 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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BN58 EWV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN58 EWV, 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 BN58 EWV registered?

BN58 EWV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 13 September 2008.

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