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MA08 PTO

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,604 mi
Last recorded26,604 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 PTO
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 26,604 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 26,447 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 25,310 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 24,867 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 23,629 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 23,204 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 22,160 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 21,940 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 21,927 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 21,927 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2016 20,612 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,269 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 17,688 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 15,619 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 14,174 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 12,153 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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MA08 PTO is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,979 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 MA08 PTO, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MA08 PTO registered?

MA08 PTO is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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The MOT history for MA08 PTO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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