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GR57 XWU

2008 Yamaha YZFR1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,321 mi
Last recorded12,321 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YZFR110,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 XWU
MakeYamaha
ModelYZFR1
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 12,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 11,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 11,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 11,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 10,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2021 10,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 8,776 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 8,477 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 7,486 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 7,479 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 7,436 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZFR1?

Based on 1,225 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
Direction indicator not working 7
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GR57 XWU is a 2008 Yamaha YZFR1 in White 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 YZFR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 10,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZFR1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GR57 XWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZFR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha YZFR1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GR57 XWU?

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What year was GR57 XWU registered?

GR57 XWU is a 2008 Yamaha YZFR1, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is GR57 XWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR57 XWU 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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