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2008 Yamaha Yzf R6

Grey Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,011 mi
Last recorded4,011 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R610,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 SSL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 4,011 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 4,000 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 3,973 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear footrests missing along with the rear seat

Fail 24 Aug 2023 3,973 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear footrests missing along with the rear seat

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 3,897 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 3,866 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 3,814 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 3,775 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 3,727 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 3,582 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 3,529 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 3,421 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 3,231 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 3,094 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 2,976 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 2,771 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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L1 SSL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Grey with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 10,689 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L1 SSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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L1 SSL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 23 August 2008.

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