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WU08 XGH

2008 Yamaha FZ1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,955 mi
Last recorded51,955 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FZ115,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 XGH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 51,955 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 51,167 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 49,926 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 49,889 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 49,067 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 49,067 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2020 46,633 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 37,899 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 36,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate light inop

Fail 13 Mar 2018 36,361 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Rear sprocket (6.2.1h)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate light inop

Pass 10 Mar 2017 31,987 miles

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

Central Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 27,747 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 22,932 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 17,630 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 14,340 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 10,126 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 5,395 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2011 5,395 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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WU08 XGH is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WU08 XGH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU08 XGH?

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What year was WU08 XGH registered?

WU08 XGH is a 2008 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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