Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 113 vehicles, the 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs (2008)

113 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.4% first-time pass rate

2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs

CarHunch analysed 113 real MOT records for the 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2008 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer ABS passes its MOT on the first attempt 80.9% of the time, essentially matching the UK average, with a low dangerous defect rate of 9.7% suggesting these bikes are generally safe propositions. Petrol-only propulsion means there's no fuel-type reliability split to consider here.

At nearly 22,000 miles average, these machines show modest use for their age, yet they still rack up 0.87 failures and 4.4 advisories per test on average—indicating wear items like brakes, chains, and suspension need regular attention. If you're buying one, budget for preventative maintenance on consumables and have any prospective purchase inspected by a motorcycle specialist before committing.

We have limited data for the 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.87

Over 10.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 14k–27k

For context

These stats describe 113 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 113 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

19,816

typical

13,757

low mileage

27,441

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs vehicles fall between 13,757 and 27,441 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,757 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 13,757–27,441 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abss sit.

⚠ Over 37,045 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abs — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 59% of 2008 Yamaha Fz1 Fazer Abss are still active.

49 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 59% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.87

Avg failures per vehicle

4.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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