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AF52 YVY

2002 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,149 mi
Last recorded32,149 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf R117,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 YVY
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 32,149 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 32,142 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 32,126 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 31,909 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 30,807 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 30,773 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 29,319 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 29,025 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 29,006 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 28,724 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 28,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Jun 2013 28,209 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2012 27,874 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 26,865 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2010 26,341 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2008 24,226 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 22,408 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 14,995 miles

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

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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AF52 YVY is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 17,764 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 AF52 YVY, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF52 YVY?

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What year was AF52 YVY registered?

AF52 YVY is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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The MOT history for AF52 YVY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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