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BN58 FFM

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,803 mi
Last recorded12,803 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 FFM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 12,803 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 11,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 11,709 miles

Front thottle cables catching on steering damper..now secured

Fail 9 Aug 2023 11,709 miles

Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Front thottle cables catching on steering damper..now secured

Rear Brake cylinder insecure rear brake cylinder not secured....made sucure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 11,621 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 9,232 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 8,213 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 8,191 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 10,419 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 9,592 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 16,556 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 16,090 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 14,661 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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BN58 FFM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN58 FFM, 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 BN58 FFM registered?

BN58 FFM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is BN58 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 FFM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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