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AV08 PVO

2008 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,468 mi
Last recorded23,468 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 PVO
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 23,468 miles

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, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 23,467 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 23,463 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2020 32,349 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2020 32,349 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 31,470 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 31,470 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 31,083 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 24,807 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 24,807 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,317 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 20,306 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 13,408 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 13,199 miles

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

Front brake dragging lightly.

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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AV08 PVO is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 AV08 PVO, 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 AV08 PVO registered?

AV08 PVO is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 3 May 2008.

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