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GU55 KYZ

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,445 mi
Last recorded5,445 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU55 KYZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2019 5,445 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 5,175 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 5,166 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 5,151 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 4,585 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 4,314 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,388 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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GU55 KYZ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU55 KYZ, 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 GU55 KYZ registered?

GU55 KYZ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GU55 KYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU55 KYZ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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