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AE08 FEX

2008 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,240 mi
Last recorded30,240 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha R69,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 FEX
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 30,240 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 28,552 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 26,834 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 25,537 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 22,328 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 19,039 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 17,385 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,624 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 12,338 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 12,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 11,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 9,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 1,086 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 1,086 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 1,086 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 1,050 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 FEX is a 2008 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FEX, 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

How do I check the history of AE08 FEX?

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What year was AE08 FEX registered?

AE08 FEX is a 2008 Yamaha R6, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AE08 FEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 FEX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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