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J33 GNE

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,730 mi
Last recorded13,730 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 GNE
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 13,730 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2025 9,424 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2024 9,376 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 8,889 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 8,241 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 6,913 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 5,988 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 5,589 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 5,473 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 5,128 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 4,998 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 4,439 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 4,439 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 3,624 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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J33 GNE is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J33 GNE, 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 J33 GNE registered?

J33 GNE is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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The MOT history for J33 GNE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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