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BX08 MVJ

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

14,911 mi
Last recorded14,911 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 MVJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 14,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 14,347 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 14,023 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 13,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 13,589 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 12,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 12,295 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 11,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 9,922 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 9,922 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 8,392 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 7,213 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 4,302 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 3,094 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 3,094 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 3,064 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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BX08 MVJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BX08 MVJ, 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 BX08 MVJ registered?

BX08 MVJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is BX08 MVJ safe to buy?

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