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DS08 FLE

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,010 mi
Last recorded12,010 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 FLE
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 12,010 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 11,797 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 11,316 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 11,097 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 10,975 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 10,833 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 10,833 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2019 10,704 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 10,555 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 9,952 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 8,900 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 6,803 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 6,797 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 19 Apr 2014 6,797 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 6,658 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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DS08 FLE is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DS08 FLE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS08 FLE registered?

DS08 FLE is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 23 August 2008.

Is DS08 FLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 FLE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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