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WLZ 4818

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

2,009 mi
Last recorded2,009 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0810,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLZ 4818
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 2,009 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 1,930 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 1,878 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 1,569 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 1,555 miles

tyres 07

Pass 9 Jun 2015 1,506 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 1,422 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 1,328 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 12,293 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 12,293 miles

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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WLZ 4818 is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WLZ 4818, 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 WLZ 4818 registered?

WLZ 4818 is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is WLZ 4818 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLZ 4818 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WLZ 4818 have outstanding finance?

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