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YK08 EBV

2008 Yamaha Quad

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Yamaha Quad3,818 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 EBV
MakeYamaha
ModelQuad
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026
Pass 27 Feb 2021
Pass 10 Aug 2019
Pass 25 May 2018

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2017 5,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 4,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 2,825 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 830 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 1,540 miles

hand brake effiency minimum as derived by pushing vehicle [both wheels locked]

Fail 20 Jul 2012

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

hand brake effiency minimum as derived by pushing vehicle [both wheels locked]

Pass 17 Jun 2011 1,028 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Quad?

Based on 1,645 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Direction indicators not working 22
registration plate missing 22
wheel bearing has excessive play 22
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YK08 EBV is a 2008 Yamaha Quad in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Quad models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 3,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Quad fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK08 EBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Quad typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Quad is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YK08 EBV?

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What year was YK08 EBV registered?

YK08 EBV is a 2008 Yamaha Quad, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YK08 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 EBV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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