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DG08 VMW

2008 Yamaha FZ1S

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,944 mi
Last recorded23,944 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1S16,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VMW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1S
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 23,944 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 23,164 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 22,686 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 21,302 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 19,633 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 18,119 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 16,157 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 12,700 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 12,309 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 12,301 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 11,135 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 9,486 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 8,226 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 7,961 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 6,351 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 4,363 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 2,651 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1S?

Based on 15,127 MOT tests across 1,279 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,142
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,279
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
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DG08 VMW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 16,600 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ1S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG08 VMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1S typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG08 VMW registered?

DG08 VMW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1S, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is DG08 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 VMW shows 17 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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