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AX08 HLU

2008 Yamaha MT-03

Orange Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,122 mi
Last recorded3,122 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha MT-0310,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 HLU
MakeYamaha
ModelMT-03
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 3,122 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 2,888 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 2,540 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 2,179 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 2,117 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 2,091 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 1,907 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 1,717 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 1,500 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha MT-03?

Based on 8,864 MOT tests across 864 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
797
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
864
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Drive chain excessively loose 50
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 46
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 38
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AX08 HLU is a 2008 Yamaha MT-03 in Orange with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha MT-03 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 10,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha MT-03 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX08 HLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha MT-03 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha MT-03 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AX08 HLU registered?

AX08 HLU is a 2008 Yamaha MT-03, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is AX08 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 HLU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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