CarVerify

Free Car Check

AE54 KNJ

2004 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,280 mi
Last recorded38,280 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Yzf R115,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 KNJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 38,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test. Should only be used on the highway in hours of daylight.

Pass 23 Apr 2025 37,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test. Should not be used on highway outside hours of daylight.

Pass 11 Apr 2023 37,084 miles

Daytime MOT

Pass 25 Mar 2022 36,545 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2021 35,075 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 33,324 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 33,324 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 28,896 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 28,896 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 28,256 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 43,990 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 43,990 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 26,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 25,539 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 23,853 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 20,344 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 14,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 14,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 19 Mar 2008 8,002 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
Full Yamaha Yzf R1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AE54 KNJ is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 15,414 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 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 AE54 KNJ, 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 22 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 AE54 KNJ?

You can check the full history of AE54 KNJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AE54 KNJ registered?

AE54 KNJ is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is AE54 KNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 KNJ shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE54 KNJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AE54 KNJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.