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RK08 FFN

2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

12,848 mi
Last recorded12,848 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 089,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 FFN
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6 08
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 12,848 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 12,838 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 11,113 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 9,935 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 9,907 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 8,922 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 8,922 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 7,712 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 7,712 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 5,066 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2019 5,066 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 4,198 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 4,198 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 2,702 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 2,702 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 1,402 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 1,400 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6 08?

Based on 2,056 MOT tests across 363 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
931
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
363
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 11
Drive chain excessively loose 8
Direction indicators not working 7
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RK08 FFN is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 9,396 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 R6 08 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK08 FFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 08 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK08 FFN registered?

RK08 FFN is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is RK08 FFN safe to buy?

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