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VX08 VZV

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,266 mi
Last recorded17,266 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VZV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 17,266 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 15,504 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 15,498 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 15,219 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 15,218 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 15,213 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2016 13,879 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

n/s fairing slightly loose

Fail 16 May 2016 13,879 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

n/s fairing slightly loose

Pass 28 Oct 2014 12,619 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 12,619 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 26 Jan 2013 11,817 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 11,817 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 7,965 miles

Cut to rear tyre

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Nov 2011 7,965 miles

Cut to rear tyre

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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VX08 VZV is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX08 VZV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 VZV registered?

VX08 VZV is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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The MOT history for VX08 VZV shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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