MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,259 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
clutch lever pivot worn advise attention ASAP
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Presented for test as single seat machine - no rear seat / footrests.
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Lower engine bolt has nut missing
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play headbearings knock when brake applied (2.2.2)
front brake just starting to bind
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Clutch lever attachment poor.
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Slight bind to rear brake
number plate lamp out
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?
Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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.
AB08 BFN is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 AB08 BFN, 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
How do I check the history of AB08 BFN?
You can check the full history of AB08 BFN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was AB08 BFN registered?
AB08 BFN is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 17 May 2008.
Is AB08 BFN safe to buy?
The MOT history for AB08 BFN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AB08 BFN 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 AB08 BFN. 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.