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RK08 HYO

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,256 mi
Last recorded18,256 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 HYO
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 18,256 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 9,722 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 9,712 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2012 6,694 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 6,636 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 1,392 miles

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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RK08 HYO is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RK08 HYO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK08 HYO registered?

RK08 HYO is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is RK08 HYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 HYO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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