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HJ08 VMD

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,282 mi
Last recorded25,282 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 VMD
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 25,282 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 25,264 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 25,026 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 24,481 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 23,458 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 22,724 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 21,924 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 21,105 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 20,431 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 20,121 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 19,547 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 19,093 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 18,401 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 17,939 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 15,004 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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HJ08 VMD is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HJ08 VMD, 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 HJ08 VMD registered?

HJ08 VMD is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is HJ08 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 VMD shows 15 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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