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LA08 UBU

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

32,851 mi
Last recorded32,851 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 UBU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 32,851 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 32,851 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 32,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Jan 2024 32,819 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected stick lock to lock cable routed incorrect and damaged (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jul 2022 32,337 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 29,724 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 27,460 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 27,150 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 21,973 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 21,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 17,653 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 17,653 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 15,406 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 15,406 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 8,321 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 8,321 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 1,893 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 1,893 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Nov 2011 10,945 miles

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 UBU is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 UBU, 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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LA08 UBU is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 16 August 2008.

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