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AX08 HYS

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,463 mi
Last recorded22,463 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 HYS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2025 22,463 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 22,003 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 21,798 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 19,511 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 15,699 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 12,981 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 12,166 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 11,398 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 10,882 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 9,976 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 8,479 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 7,575 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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AX08 HYS is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AX08 HYS, 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 AX08 HYS registered?

AX08 HYS is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is AX08 HYS safe to buy?

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