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AV08 LKP

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,722 mi
Last recorded14,722 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 LKP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 14,722 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 13,488 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023
Pass 18 Dec 2020 12,434 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 11,078 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 9,873 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 9,660 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 8,876 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 8,056 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 7,751 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 7,400 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 5,925 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 5,046 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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AV08 LKP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV08 LKP, 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 AV08 LKP registered?

AV08 LKP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is AV08 LKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 LKP shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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