Yamaha Fz1s (2007)
2007 Yamaha Fz1s
CarHunch analysed 340 real MOT records for the 2007 Yamaha Fz1s. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Yamaha FZ1S hits the UK average with a 79.5% first-time pass rate, and dangerous defects show up in only 14.4% of vehicles tested—well below the concern threshold—making it a reasonably safe used buy from a mechanical standpoint. Petrol models pass at 79%, right in line with the cohort average, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.
These bikes are running light at 17,130 miles median for their age, suggesting many have been weekend toys rather than daily commuters, which typically means easier lives. The average 1.1 failures and 3.9 advisories per vehicle indicate fairly minor wear items rather than systemic problems, so check the service history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brake condition and tyre depth—the usual suspects on older sports bikes.
What to check before buying a 2007 Yamaha Fz1s
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 329 | 79% | 1.12 |
| Other (3%) | 11 | 92.9% | 0.45 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Yamaha Fz1s vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Yamaha Fz1s vehicles fall between 11,349 and 23,802 miles.
2007 Yamaha Fz1s — Still on the Road
146 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 64% 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.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2007 Yamaha Fz1s
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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35.6%
Exhaust noisy
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31.7%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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31.5%
Exhaust noisy
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31.2%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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28.3%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.7%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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15.4%
Rear suspension bush has slight free play
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.
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