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WP08 ZSW

2008 Yamaha MT-03

Black Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,528 mi
Last recorded33,528 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha MT-0310,299 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 ZSW
MakeYamaha
ModelMT-03
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 33,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 31,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 31,556 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear pads low (1.1.13 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front and rear tyres 1.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 24,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2023 24,060 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 18,315 miles

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2022 18,315 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (incorrect Bulb Fitted) Fit New Bulb and Re'check Headlight Aim (4.1.2 (c))

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 16,923 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Frame Corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 16,625 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 14,795 miles

Rear (Tyre Valve Perished / Split)

Pass 26 Jun 2017 12,463 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 12,036 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 11,687 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 11,290 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 10,447 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Slight play in cush. drive.

Fail 6 Aug 2013 10,447 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Slight play in cush. drive.

Pass 26 Jul 2012 9,257 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 6,984 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha MT-03?

Based on 8,864 MOT tests across 864 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
797
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
864
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Drive chain excessively loose 50
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 46
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 38
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WP08 ZSW is a 2008 Yamaha MT-03 in Black with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha MT-03 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 10,299 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 MT-03 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP08 ZSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha MT-03 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha MT-03 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WP08 ZSW is a 2008 Yamaha MT-03, first registered on 9 August 2008.

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