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LA08 HUV

2008 Yamaha MT03

Black Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,870 mi
Last recorded8,870 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha MT0310,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 HUV
MakeYamaha
ModelMT03
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 8,870 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 8,756 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 8,630 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 8,583 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 8,564 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 8,515 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 8,428 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 8,035 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 7,919 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 7,919 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 7,780 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 7,780 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 7,626 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn bearing/ drive rubbers (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 7,497 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 22 Jan 2015 7,497 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 7,255 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 7,090 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 5,843 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha MT03?

Based on 1,769 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
837
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Drive chain excessively loose 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 7
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LA08 HUV is a 2008 Yamaha MT03 in Black with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha MT03 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 10,390 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 MT03 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA08 HUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha MT03 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha MT03 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA08 HUV registered?

LA08 HUV is a 2008 Yamaha MT03, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is LA08 HUV safe to buy?

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