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BN08 DVF

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,437 mi
Last recorded20,437 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 DVF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Dec 2020 20,437 miles

Central Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Pads are starting to crumble, will need changing soon (1.1.13 (a))

Central Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear pads are showing signs of deterioration (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 19,882 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 15,243 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 14,058 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 12,693 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 12,068 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 9,557 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots in chain (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Mono shock / swing arm linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front discs warped (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 6,538 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 6,504 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 6,345 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,051 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 4,057 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 2,996 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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BN08 DVF is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 12,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN08 DVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN08 DVF registered?

BN08 DVF is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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