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BK08 VEP

2008 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,634 mi
Last recorded26,634 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf14,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 VEP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 26,634 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 20,448 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 20,420 miles

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))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Exhaust rubbing on swing arm

Pass 29 Dec 2018 20,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 20,304 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 18,181 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 18,181 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 May 2014 15,965 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 7,559 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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BK08 VEP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK08 VEP, 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

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What year was BK08 VEP registered?

BK08 VEP is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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