Yamaha Fz1 N
MotorcycleFrom 526 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, caused 6 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 89.4% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2008 | 89.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2007 | 82.1% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fz1 Ns tested had between 14,733 and 32,764 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,416 median miles, the Fz1 N has 0.064 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Fz1 N MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Fz1 N has a 86.3% MOT pass rate based on 526 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fz1 N?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Fz1 N is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Fz1 N at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Fz1 N is 21,416 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,733 and 32,764 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.