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WD08 LSX

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,843 mi
Last recorded3,843 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD08 LSX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 3,843 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 3,827 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 3,870 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 3,739 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 3,659 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 3,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 3,492 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 3,453 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 3,409 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 3,344 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 3,306 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 3,229 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 3,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 2,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 2,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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WD08 LSX is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,979 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WD08 LSX, 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 18 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 WD08 LSX registered?

WD08 LSX is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is WD08 LSX safe to buy?

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