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SV08 GKJ

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,121 mi
Last recorded13,121 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 GKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 13,121 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Slight cracking to front tyre

Pass 27 Dec 2018 12,211 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 9,781 miles

1.slight damage to front flexi hose

Fail 27 Nov 2017 9,739 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

1.slight damage to front flexi hose

Pass 30 Nov 2016 7,467 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,406 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 7,380 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 7,127 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 5,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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SV08 GKJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SV08 GKJ, 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.

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What year was SV08 GKJ registered?

SV08 GKJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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