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AB08 BTP

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,215 mi
Last recorded16,215 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BTP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 16,215 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 16,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 16,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 16,186 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2021 16,186 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 15,902 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 14,002 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 10,325 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 9,251 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 8,871 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 8,088 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 7,386 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 6,071 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 5,721 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 4,754 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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AB08 BTP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 12,129 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 BTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 BTP registered?

AB08 BTP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 6 April 2008.

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The MOT history for AB08 BTP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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