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WU09 UME

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,424 mi
Last recorded9,424 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0810,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 UME
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 9,424 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 9,167 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 8,419 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,595 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 6,046 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 5,033 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 4,682 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 4,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 4,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2012 3,961 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 3,961 miles

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

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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WU09 UME is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WU09 UME, 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 WU09 UME registered?

WU09 UME is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 5 March 2009.

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The MOT history for WU09 UME shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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