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FE08 PVW

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,245 mi
Last recorded19,245 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 PVW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 19,245 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 18,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 18,207 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 18,207 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 17,616 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 17,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 15,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 13,730 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 12,392 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 9,933 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 8,911 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 8,400 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 7,578 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 7,117 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 6,568 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 5,429 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 3,863 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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FE08 PVW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FE08 PVW, 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 FE08 PVW registered?

FE08 PVW is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 PVW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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