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SV08 FCY

2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

17,679 mi
Last recorded17,679 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 089,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 FCY
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6 08
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 17,679 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 16,706 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 16,706 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 15,317 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 11,610 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 7,798 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 5,515 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 4,691 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 4,691 miles

Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted missing (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 3,837 miles

Rear no plate slightly smaller recommend replaced FULL size no.plate

Pass 22 Mar 2018 3,422 miles

no plate slightly smaller REPLACE with full size plate

Fail 12 Mar 2018 3,416 miles

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

no plate slightly smaller REPLACE with full size plate

Pass 6 Jul 2013 2,616 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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SV08 FCY is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SV08 FCY, 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 SV08 FCY registered?

SV08 FCY is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R6 08, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is SV08 FCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 FCY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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