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LJ57 LVG

2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,697 mi
Last recorded52,697 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 LVG
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 52,697 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 51,426 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 50,994 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 49,873 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 46,902 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 42,896 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 39,456 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 39,379 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 37,214 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2016 37,214 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2014 36,383 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 34,585 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 27,311 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 08?

Based on 3,131 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Registration plate incorrect 12
Headlamp aim too high 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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LJ57 LVG is a 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 11,995 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 08 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ57 LVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 08 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 19 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ57 LVG registered?

LJ57 LVG is a 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 20 November 2007.

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The MOT history for LJ57 LVG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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