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AE06 CHK

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 05

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,764 mi
Last recorded17,764 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 0513,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 CHK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 05
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 17,764 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 17,764 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected cables dragging (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower fairing panel fastener missing, panel slightly insecure

Offside bolt snapped in clip on locator on top yoke

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 17,335 miles

Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2022 16,649 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2022 16,649 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 15,858 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 15,837 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 15,663 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2015 14,921 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

advise clutch pivot worn

advise engine mounts loose

Pass 2 Apr 2014 12,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 10,083 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 10,083 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 05?

Based on 5,395 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
949
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too high 13
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AE06 CHK is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 13,357 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 05 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE06 CHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 05 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 05 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE06 CHK registered?

AE06 CHK is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 05, first registered on 2 March 2006.

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