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VK09 ZSX

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,176 mi
Last recorded8,176 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2013
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0810,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 ZSX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2013 8,176 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2012 6,793 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2012 6,793 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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VK09 ZSX is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 10,196 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 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 VK09 ZSX, 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 17 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 VK09 ZSX registered?

VK09 ZSX is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 27 June 2009.

Is VK09 ZSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 ZSX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK09 ZSX have outstanding finance?

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