Yamaha Raptor (2008)
2008 Yamaha Raptor
CarHunch analysed 126 real MOT records for the 2008 Yamaha Raptor. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Yamaha Raptor passes MOT at 86.6%, which is comfortably above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these quads are generally reliable and well-maintained by their owners. Dangerous defects have affected 14.3% of the cohort, which is moderate rather than alarming, so safety issues are not a major red flag for the model.
These Raptors show very low mileage at a median of just 2,728 miles—typical of quad bikes that see recreational rather than regular commute use—which helps explain the strong pass rate. Plan for around 1.2 failures and 3.2 advisories per test, mostly minor wear items; inspect brakes and tyres closely before purchase, as these are the most common failure points on older quads.
What to check before buying a 2008 Yamaha Raptor
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Yamaha Raptor vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Yamaha Raptor vehicles fall between 1,585 and 5,407 miles.
2008 Yamaha Raptor — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 42 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2008 Yamaha Raptor
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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21.7%
Front registration plate missing
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18.7%
Exhaust noisy
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13.6%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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12%
Horn not working
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8.4%
Registration plate lamp not working
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8.4%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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7.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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7.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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