CarVerify

Free Car Check

WV58 MVE

2008 Yamaha YZFR1

Red Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,273 mi
Last recorded2,273 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YZFR110,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 MVE
MakeYamaha
ModelYZFR1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
View full Yamaha YZFR1 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 2,273 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2016 1,864 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 1,485 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 1,485 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2012 1,291 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 1,281 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZFR1?

Based on 1,225 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
Direction indicator not working 7
Full Yamaha YZFR1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WV58 MVE is a 2008 Yamaha YZFR1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha YZFR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 10,026 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZFR1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV58 MVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZFR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha YZFR1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV58 MVE?

You can check the full history of WV58 MVE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WV58 MVE registered?

WV58 MVE is a 2008 Yamaha YZFR1, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is WV58 MVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV58 MVE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV58 MVE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WV58 MVE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.