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CF08 EZB

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,508 mi
Last recorded22,508 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 EZB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 22,508 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 25 May 2024 22,507 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 22,259 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 22,259 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 19,756 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 16,517 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 15,748 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 14,965 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 14,208 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 12,115 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 9,200 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 7,034 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 6,292 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 3,689 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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CF08 EZB is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CF08 EZB, 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.

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What year was CF08 EZB registered?

CF08 EZB is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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The MOT history for CF08 EZB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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