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FG08 ABF

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

27,657 mi
Last recorded27,657 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ABF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 27,657 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 27,598 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 27,556 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 27,556 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 26,857 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 26,857 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 23,603 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 23,603 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock R/h clip on catching fairing and causing brake to come on left lock also a bolt missing on clip on.. (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 May 2018 22,450 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 18,517 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 18,515 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 17,360 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 16,370 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 16,370 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 14,314 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2013 10,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 7,691 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,286 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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FG08 ABF is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FG08 ABF, 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 FG08 ABF registered?

FG08 ABF is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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