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KO08 UEJ

2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,594 mi
Last recorded39,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 089,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 UEJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6 08
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 39,594 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 39,145 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 38,532 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 37,037 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 36,485 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 35,122 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 35,108 miles

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2019 31,256 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 23,579 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 14,928 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 14,928 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 May 2016 11,466 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 8,465 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 8,446 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2013
Pass 19 Jul 2012 6,812 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 4,789 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6 08?

Based on 2,056 MOT tests across 363 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
931
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
363
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 11
Drive chain excessively loose 8
Direction indicators not working 7
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KO08 UEJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 9,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R6 08 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KO08 UEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 08 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KO08 UEJ registered?

KO08 UEJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is KO08 UEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 UEJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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