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AY08 AAZ

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,743 mi
Last recorded18,743 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 AAZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 18,743 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 18,743 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2024 17,439 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 16,052 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 16,052 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 14,771 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 13,168 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 13,168 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 11,628 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 11,628 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 10,745 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 10,640 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 9,997 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 9,491 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 8,526 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 12,370 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 5,797 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 5,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

n/s + o/s front indicators have been replaced with smaller aftermarket indicators, these indicators viewed from front of machine in daylight hours, are hard to see and do not emit a good amber light .

n/s + o/s rear indicators have been replaced with an aftermarket type which incorporates brake/position lamps, these indicators are small and are not very clear in daylight hours .

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 08?

Based on 3,131 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Registration plate incorrect 12
Headlamp aim too high 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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AY08 AAZ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,979 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 08 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY08 AAZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 08 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY08 AAZ registered?

AY08 AAZ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AY08 AAZ safe to buy?

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