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AE55 AFV

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,145 mi
Last recorded20,145 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R114,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 AFV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 20,145 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 19,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 18,976 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 18,551 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 18,151 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2021 18,149 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 17,834 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 17,249 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 16,417 miles

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

Nearside Rear Few led repeaters out. unit beginning to show deterioration

Pass 1 Apr 2017 15,911 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 14,828 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 13,620 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 12,447 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 11,329 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 10,417 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 8,945 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 6,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 4,505 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 4,143 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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AE55 AFV is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AE55 AFV, 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

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What year was AE55 AFV registered?

AE55 AFV is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is AE55 AFV safe to buy?

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