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PY08 LFB

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,634 mi
Last recorded15,634 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 LFB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 15,634 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 12,880 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 12,846 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 11,504 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 9,652 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 9,652 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 8,305 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 7,897 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 5,078 miles

Rear 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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PY08 LFB is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,979 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 PY08 LFB, 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 18 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 PY08 LFB registered?

PY08 LFB is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is PY08 LFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY08 LFB 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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