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AP08 LTU

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,317 mi
Last recorded40,317 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 LTU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 40,317 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 39,318 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 37,921 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 36,109 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 35,091 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2021 35,091 miles

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

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

Rear Headlamp aim too high adjusted to meet requirements (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 33,443 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 30,000 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit number plate light flickering. (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 27,582 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2018 27,582 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 25,133 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 25,133 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 22,644 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 20,394 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 18,041 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 16,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 11,994 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 7,572 miles

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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AP08 LTU is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AP08 LTU, 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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What year was AP08 LTU registered?

AP08 LTU is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is AP08 LTU safe to buy?

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