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KS08 ORL

2008 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

4,768 mi
Last recorded4,768 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 ORL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 4,768 miles

Front Tyre has cut in main tread

Rear Tyre has cut

Fail 21 Jul 2026 4,768 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has cut in main tread

Rear Tyre has cut

Pass 9 Jul 2025 1,539 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 1,358 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2024
Pass 5 Jun 2020 26,575 miles

General body damage

Fail 28 May 2020 26,574 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Rear body (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

General body damage

Pass 20 Mar 2018 24,059 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Passenger seat removed

Fail 13 Mar 2018 24,049 miles

Footrest missing Both passenger (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 20,957 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 13,751 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 13,339 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 13,339 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 9,344 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 9,344 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 7,868 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 5,879 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 5,877 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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KS08 ORL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 14,524 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS08 ORL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KS08 ORL registered?

KS08 ORL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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