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RV58 YKW

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,201 mi
Last recorded23,201 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 YKW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 23,201 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 23,111 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 23,061 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 22,930 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 22,784 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 22,757 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 22,585 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 22,108 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 21,503 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 20,533 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 19,302 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 13,668 miles

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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RV58 YKW is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RV58 YKW, 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 RV58 YKW registered?

RV58 YKW is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is RV58 YKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 YKW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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