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LG08 UBW

2008 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,153 mi
Last recorded38,153 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 UBW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 38,153 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 38,153 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 35,273 miles

None std exhaust fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2018 35,273 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

None std exhaust fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2017 35,103 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play lower rear shock (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 32,398 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 28,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 22,391 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 18,603 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 15,698 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2011 15,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 8,140 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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LG08 UBW is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LG08 UBW, 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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What year was LG08 UBW registered?

LG08 UBW is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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