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RE08 SXS

2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,480 mi
Last recorded27,480 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs19,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 SXS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 Fazer Abs
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 27,480 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 26,942 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 26,313 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 25,760 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 22,448 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 21,091 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 17,113 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 11,323 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 10,851 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 9,816 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 7,998 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 7,981 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 7,613 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 7,297 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 6,664 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 6,247 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 4,556 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs?

Based on 4,216 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
1,259
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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RE08 SXS is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 19,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE08 SXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RE08 SXS registered?

RE08 SXS is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is RE08 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 SXS 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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