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PN08 DCF

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,460 mi
Last recorded27,460 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 DCF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 27,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 26,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 26,397 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 26,397 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))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 23,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2017 23,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 May 2016 17,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 9,273 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 May 2013 7,608 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,160 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 4,648 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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PN08 DCF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PN08 DCF, 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 PN08 DCF registered?

PN08 DCF is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is PN08 DCF safe to buy?

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