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OY08 HFM

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,487 mi
Last recorded20,487 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 HFM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 20,487 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2026 20,473 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 19,983 miles

Front crack on fairing

Pass 27 Apr 2023 19,756 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 19,580 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 19,426 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 18,538 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 17,889 miles

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

number plate light not working

Pass 16 May 2015 16,550 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 May 2014 14,954 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 12,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Jun 2013 12,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2012 11,641 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 6,932 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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OY08 HFM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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

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 OY08 HFM, 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 OY08 HFM registered?

OY08 HFM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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