Yamaha Fz8 (2010)
2010 Yamaha Fz8
CarHunch analysed 135 real MOT records for the 2010 Yamaha Fz8. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Yamaha FZ8 passes its MOT at 77.4%, slightly below the UK average of 80%, suggesting it's marginally more prone to test failures than most bikes—though the 11.8% rate of dangerous defects isn't alarming enough to be a major red flag. These are relatively low-mileage machines with a median of just 12,319 miles, which is promising for their age, but they're still racking up an average of 0.96 failures and 3.1 advisories per test, pointing to some wear.
The advisory-heavy profile suggests that while catastrophic problems are rare, minor issues accumulate: suspension, brake, and lighting niggles are typical for used sports bikes of this age and condition. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the chain, sprockets, and brake pads—these bikes often need attention in those areas before they pass their next test.
What to check before buying a 2010 Yamaha Fz8
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 (99%) | 133 | 77.1% | 0.98 |
| Other (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Yamaha Fz8 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 2010 Yamaha Fz8 vehicles fall between 7,503 and 20,025 miles.
2010 Yamaha Fz8 — Still on the Road
53 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% 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 — 2010 Yamaha Fz8
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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43.3%
Exhaust noisy
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30.7%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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23.8%
Exhaust noisy
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20.5%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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16.1%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.6%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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10.4%
Rear reflector missing
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10.4%
Drive chain slightly loose
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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