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AK08 FMJ

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,365 mi
Last recorded22,365 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 FMJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 22,365 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 22,365 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 22,331 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 22,327 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 22,304 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 22,269 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 22,040 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 20,713 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,473 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 16,325 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 15,453 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,356 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 8,817 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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AK08 FMJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK08 FMJ, 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 AK08 FMJ registered?

AK08 FMJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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The MOT history for AK08 FMJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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