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YL08 UGP

2008 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

14,041 mi
Last recorded14,041 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 UGP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 14,041 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 14,041 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 19,819 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 19,549 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 19,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 18,546 miles

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

fork seals starting to deteriorate

Fail 30 Jan 2019 18,541 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort control 2 (1.2.1 (e))

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

fork seals starting to deteriorate

Pass 31 Jan 2018 17,180 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 15,476 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 15,315 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 14,576 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 14,574 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 14,146 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 14,143 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2013 7,645 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 6,660 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2012 6,660 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 5,270 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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YL08 UGP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YL08 UGP, 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 YL08 UGP registered?

YL08 UGP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 2 August 2008.

Is YL08 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 UGP shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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