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WM08 PYY

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

19,423 mi
Last recorded19,423 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 PYY
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 19,423 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 19,394 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Offside handlebar is not located correctley on fork leg

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 17,400 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2016 17,384 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 6 Aug 2016 17,368 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 15,289 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 15,273 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 11,704 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 11,704 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 8,777 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2013 8,777 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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WM08 PYY is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 WM08 PYY, 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 WM08 PYY registered?

WM08 PYY is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is WM08 PYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 PYY shows 11 tests with a 45.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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