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SV08 DXD

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

14,051 mi
Last recorded14,051 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 DXD
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 14,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 21,493 miles

Front tyre valve perished/cracking

Pass 10 Feb 2021 12,179 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 9,749 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 7,523 miles

poor running

Pass 24 Jul 2017 7,506 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 7,506 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 7,497 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 7,390 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 7,180 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 6,640 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,264 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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SV08 DXD is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 12,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV08 DXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV08 DXD registered?

SV08 DXD is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is SV08 DXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 DXD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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