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LA08 CWM

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,851 mi
Last recorded25,851 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 CWM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 25,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard Missing

Pass 16 Nov 2020 15,003 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 38,020 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 33,193 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 33,193 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 29,351 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Nov 2014 29,349 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 25,241 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 25,238 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 22,366 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 17,436 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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LA08 CWM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LA08 CWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA08 CWM registered?

LA08 CWM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 9 August 2008.

Is LA08 CWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 CWM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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