Yamaha Fz8
MotorcycleFrom 479 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 stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released, caused 4 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 stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 89.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released |
| 2012 | 86% | a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fz8s tested had between 9,640 and 21,647 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 15,302 median miles, the Fz8 has 0.086 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 Fz8 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Fz8 has a 86.8% MOT pass rate based on 479 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fz8?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Fz8 is a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Fz8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Fz8 is 15,302 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,640 and 21,647 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.