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AE08 BDF

2008 Yamaha R6

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,809 mi
Last recorded11,809 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha R69,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 BDF
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 11,809 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 11,809 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 11,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 11,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 11,738 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 11,161 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 10,302 miles

Exhaust noisy REAR SILENCER FITTED IS LOUDER THAN STD EQUIPMENT. (8.1.1 (a))

FRONT/REAR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF OVERHEATING

Pass 19 Jul 2019 10,160 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 10,160 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 9,847 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 9,846 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 9,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 9,067 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 9,067 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 6,863 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 6,863 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 6,638 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 4,806 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2012 3,589 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 3,589 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 2,537 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?

Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
6,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,174
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 636
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 411
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AE08 BDF is a 2008 Yamaha R6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 9,315 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 R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 BDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 BDF registered?

AE08 BDF is a 2008 Yamaha R6, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is AE08 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 BDF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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