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LC08 TXS

2008 Yamaha R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,647 mi
Last recorded22,647 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Yamaha R112,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 TXS
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 22,647 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 21,657 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 21,115 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 21,115 miles

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 18,291 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 18,291 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Fail 25 Jun 2014 12,300 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2014 12,300 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 9,768 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 7,622 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 4,277 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 4,277 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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LC08 TXS is a 2008 Yamaha R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 12,647 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 R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC08 TXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC08 TXS registered?

LC08 TXS is a 2008 Yamaha R1, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is LC08 TXS safe to buy?

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