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PN08 DFC

2008 Yamaha XVZ1300

Maroon Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,793 mi
Last recorded18,793 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XVZ130014,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 DFC
MakeYamaha
ModelXVZ1300
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 18,793 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 18,361 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 18,045 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 17,377 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 15,665 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 13,427 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 9,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 9,577 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 2,815 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVZ1300?

Based on 4,038 MOT tests across 370 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
745
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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PN08 DFC is a 2008 Yamaha XVZ1300 in Maroon with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XVZ1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 14,149 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 XVZ1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 DFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVZ1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XVZ1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN08 DFC registered?

PN08 DFC is a 2008 Yamaha XVZ1300, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is PN08 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 DFC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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