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KJ08 XHL

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,866 mi
Last recorded3,866 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 XHL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 3,866 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 3,392 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 3,392 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 2,330 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 2,330 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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KJ08 XHL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KJ08 XHL, 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 KJ08 XHL registered?

KJ08 XHL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is KJ08 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 XHL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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