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PN08 CYJ

2008 Yamaha R6

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,319 mi
Last recorded21,319 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha R69,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 CYJ
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 21,319 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 21,294 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 20,657 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 19,639 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 19,639 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 18,796 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Oct 2021 18,796 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 17,815 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired cracked, does not affect use (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 16,357 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 16,285 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 16,213 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 15,789 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 14,579 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 12,009 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 11,951 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 7,608 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 5,743 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?

Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
6,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,174
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 636
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 411
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PN08 CYJ is a 2008 Yamaha R6 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 9,315 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 CYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN08 CYJ registered?

PN08 CYJ is a 2008 Yamaha R6, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is PN08 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 CYJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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