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BF08 YAM

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,548 mi
Last recorded18,548 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0810,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 18,548 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 18,228 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 17,575 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 15,899 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 13,836 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 12,513 miles

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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BF08 YAM is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 10,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF08 YAM, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF08 YAM registered?

BF08 YAM is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 12 January 2009.

Is BF08 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 YAM shows 6 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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