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RY08 BFZ

2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,516 mi
Last recorded45,516 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs19,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY08 BFZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 Fazer Abs
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 45,516 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 39,381 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 33,258 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 32,221 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 32,119 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 32,119 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned indicators do not have the correct minimum spacing separation (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 31,793 miles

Central Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Central Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in lower suspension bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 31,225 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2019 31,225 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 29,749 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 28,522 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 27,346 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 23,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2014 11,394 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

front pad wearing thin.

Pass 1 Feb 2013 3,668 miles

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

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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RY08 BFZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RY08 BFZ, 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 RY08 BFZ registered?

RY08 BFZ is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs, first registered on 2 August 2008.

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