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GK08 XZL

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,834 mi
Last recorded9,834 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XZL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 9,834 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 9,623 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 9,258 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 9,114 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 9,113 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 9,112 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 8,858 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 8,620 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 8,620 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2012 7,881 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 6,346 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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GK08 XZL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK08 XZL, 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 GK08 XZL registered?

GK08 XZL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is GK08 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 XZL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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