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DX08 GSO

2008 Yamaha Raptor

Blue Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178 mi
Last recorded178 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Raptor3,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 GSO
MakeYamaha
ModelRaptor
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 178 miles

Speedometer operation impaired movement @ cluster mounting (7.8 (b) (i))

play in clutch lever

Fail 19 Jul 2025 171 miles

Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre- tread rotation direction(not specified on tyre sidewall)

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear play @ brake caliper slider pins(braking not affected)

Speedometer operation impaired movement @ cluster mounting (7.8 (b) (i))

play in clutch lever

Fail 2 Dec 2022 171 miles

Rear Axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam such that the stub axle is likely to become insecure (5.1.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2021 171 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off non standard mountings (0.1 (a))

Front disc gaurds loose(not affecting braking)

Pass 2 May 2020 171 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front brake back cover loose(not affecting braking)

Pass 19 Jan 2019

Drive chain worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

tested in wet conditions

Pass 16 Dec 2017

Steering component deformed but serviceable handlebars (2.2.C.1d)

tested in wet conditions

Fail 16 Dec 2017

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering component deformed but serviceable handlebars (2.2.C.1d)

tested in wet conditions

Pass 10 Dec 2016

tested in wet condition

Pass 13 Aug 2015
Pass 15 Aug 2014
Pass 15 Oct 2012

How Reliable is the Yamaha Raptor?

Based on 5,711 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
417
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

registration plate missing 107
Obligatory mirror missing 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Direction indicator not working 59
reflector missing 59
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DX08 GSO is a 2008 Yamaha Raptor in Blue with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Raptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 3,228 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 Raptor fails its MOT is registration plate missing, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 GSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Raptor typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Raptor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX08 GSO registered?

DX08 GSO is a 2008 Yamaha Raptor, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is DX08 GSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 GSO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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