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DG08 VMV

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,051 mi
Last recorded22,051 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VMV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 22,051 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 14,552 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 14,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 14,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension Dust Cover Deteriorated.

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 13,564 miles

Offside Rear Outer Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 12,831 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 12,831 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 12,177 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 11,005 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 11,005 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 7,528 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 7,292 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 6,085 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 5,954 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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DG08 VMV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DG08 VMV, 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 DG08 VMV registered?

DG08 VMV is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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