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AE05 AEL

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,142 mi
Last recorded13,142 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R114,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 AEL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 13,142 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 12,549 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 12,124 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 11,658 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2022 11,383 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 11,325 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 11,325 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 11,309 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 11,300 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,141 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 8,898 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 5,991 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 3,055 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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AE05 AEL is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 14,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 AEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE05 AEL?

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What year was AE05 AEL registered?

AE05 AEL is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is AE05 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 AEL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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