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LB08 WTX

2008 Yamaha Yzf R6

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,698 mi
Last recorded24,698 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R610,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 WTX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 24,698 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 24,698 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2025 24,661 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned both (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Engine mounting/bracket missing cylinder head mounting bolt sheared off and 3 piece mounting missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 20,304 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 10,219 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 9,777 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 7,516 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 7,412 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 7,412 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,289 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 7,152 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 6,743 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 6,472 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 5,487 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 3,077 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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LB08 WTX is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB08 WTX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB08 WTX registered?

LB08 WTX is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 21 June 2008.

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