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PE09 ZBU

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,631 mi
Last recorded34,631 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0810,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE09 ZBU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 34,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 33,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 32,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 30,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 26,685 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 21,202 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 18,201 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 18,201 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 16,037 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 14,543 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 13,632 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 10,318 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 9,441 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 7,404 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Registration plate light inoperative

Pass 3 Jun 2013 5,055 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 4,669 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 30 Apr 2012 3,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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PE09 ZBU is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 10,196 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 PE09 ZBU, 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 17 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 PE09 ZBU registered?

PE09 ZBU is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 14 April 2009.

Is PE09 ZBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE09 ZBU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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