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LG08 RVJ

2008 Yamaha Xmax

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

19,176 mi
Last recorded19,176 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Xmax12,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 RVJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXmax
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2024 19,176 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2024 19,176 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 18,245 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 17,538 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2021 16,104 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 15,348 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 14,253 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 14,253 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 13,173 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 12,063 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 12,063 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2016 10,818 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 10,818 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 9,795 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 8,392 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 8,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2013 7,014 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 5,361 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xmax?

Based on 1,123 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
1,622
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 9
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 9
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LG08 RVJ is a 2008 Yamaha Xmax in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Xmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 12,790 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 Xmax fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG08 RVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LG08 RVJ registered?

LG08 RVJ is a 2008 Yamaha Xmax, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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