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RJ08 NZB

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,341 mi
Last recorded19,341 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 0811,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 NZB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 08
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 19,341 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 19,246 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 18,746 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 18,733 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 17,237 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 17,237 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 13,137 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 13,137 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 5,535 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 4,930 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 4,430 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 4,081 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 3,870 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 08?

Based on 3,131 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Registration plate incorrect 12
Headlamp aim too high 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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RJ08 NZB is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,979 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 R1 08 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ08 NZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 08 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 08 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RJ08 NZB registered?

RJ08 NZB is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 08, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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The MOT history for RJ08 NZB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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