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SV08 AOH

2008 Yamaha Xmax

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,237 mi
Last recorded7,237 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Xmax12,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 AOH
MakeYamaha
ModelXmax
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 7,237 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 7,034 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 6,894 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 6,894 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 6,629 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 6,458 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 6,144 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 5,827 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 5,503 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2014 5,459 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 5,435 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 4,972 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 4,902 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xmax?

Based on 1,123 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
1,622
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 9
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 9
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SV08 AOH is a 2008 Yamaha Xmax in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Xmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 12,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xmax fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV08 AOH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xmax typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Xmax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SV08 AOH registered?

SV08 AOH is a 2008 Yamaha Xmax, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for SV08 AOH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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