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PY08 LFA

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,529 mi
Last recorded14,529 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 LFA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 14,529 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 14,518 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front brake light switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2015 7,067 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 7,067 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 7,498 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 6,878 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2012 4,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 4,543 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 1,914 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 1,914 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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PY08 LFA is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 14,524 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PY08 LFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was PY08 LFA registered?

PY08 LFA is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is PY08 LFA safe to buy?

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