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WG08 XLF

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

7 mi
Last recorded7 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XLF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 7 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 18,006 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left hand fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower link arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 18,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2019 18,006 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 16,893 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 16,893 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 16,335 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 16,335 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 14,470 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Oct 2013 14,470 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 8,812 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 8,812 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 7,848 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2011 7,827 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear 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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WG08 XLF 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 WG08 XLF, 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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WG08 XLF is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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