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AV08 XJN

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

61,313 mi
Last recorded61,313 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 XJN
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 61,313 miles

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 noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 16 May 2026 61,313 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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))

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

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

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 noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2025 58,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 May 2025 58,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 58,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 May 2023 57,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 May 2023 57,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 53,710 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 50,688 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 50,688 miles

Front Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 41,208 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2019 41,208 miles

Offside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 38,582 miles

chain loose

Pass 3 Jan 2017 37,855 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 36,243 miles

both brake discs worn

engine manage ment light on

Pass 3 Sep 2012 55,102 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 55,090 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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 XJN is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 XJN, 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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AV08 XJN is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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