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AE08 MGA

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 MGA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2025

Direction indicator not working all direction indicators not working. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain excessively 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))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both front forks have serious fluid leak. (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2024 22,950 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 21,176 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2023 21,176 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Drive chain slightly tight rusty and tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front front fairing damaged but secure.

exhaust noisey

wiring fouling on fork leg o/s/f.

Pass 28 Mar 2022 18,822 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 18,715 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 18,674 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 17,097 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

clutch lever pivot worn.

Pass 17 Jul 2013 15,049 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 20 Jul 2012 11,724 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Fail 16 Jul 2012 11,683 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Fail 21 Jun 2011 5,931 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 5,931 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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AE08 MGA 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 AE08 MGA, 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.

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AE08 MGA is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 19 July 2008.

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