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PN08 TCO

2008 Yamaha R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,807 mi
Last recorded13,807 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha R112,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 TCO
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 13,807 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 13,582 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 13,240 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 13,230 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 13,152 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 12,305 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 11,391 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 11,034 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 10,077 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 1,840 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 9,262 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 9,248 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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PN08 TCO is a 2008 Yamaha R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 12,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 TCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN08 TCO registered?

PN08 TCO is a 2008 Yamaha R1, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is PN08 TCO safe to buy?

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