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AC08 UOM

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,786 mi
Last recorded17,786 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 UOM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 17,786 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 15,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2023 15,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2022 13,666 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 13,576 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2019 12,931 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 12,822 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 11,939 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 11,532 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 10,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,050 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 9,050 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 7,781 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 7,781 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 6,436 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,436 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 4,581 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2011 4,581 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 08?

Based on 3,131 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Registration plate incorrect 12
Headlamp aim too high 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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AC08 UOM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,979 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 08 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 UOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 08 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AC08 UOM registered?

AC08 UOM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is AC08 UOM safe to buy?

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