Yamaha Fz1S
MotorcycleFrom 883 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and projected beam image is obviously incorrect. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 8 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 3 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 3 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 8.1% of Fz1S failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £58.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 88.9% | projected beam image is obviously incorrect, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2008 | 86.6% | a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2007 | 85.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2006 | 90.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fz1Ss tested had between 19,840 and 37,877 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,623 median miles, the Fz1S has 0.046 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 Fz1S MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Fz1S has a 88.3% MOT pass rate based on 883 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fz1S?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Fz1S is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Fz1S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Fz1S is 25,623 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,840 and 37,877 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.