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AK52 EVR

2002 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

40,828 mi
Last recorded40,828 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf R117,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 EVR
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 40,828 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 40,801 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 40,767 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2023 40,716 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 40,440 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 40,290 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2021 40,290 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 39,822 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 39,117 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 39,110 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 36,320 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 34,990 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2017 34,990 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 34,407 miles
Pass 17 May 2015 33,460 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 May 2014 32,733 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 30,860 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

indicators loose

Pass 16 May 2012 28,382 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 28,380 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 May 2011 25,705 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 21,466 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 17,084 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 16,556 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 15,385 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 11,441 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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AK52 EVR is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 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 AK52 EVR, 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 AK52 EVR?

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What year was AK52 EVR registered?

AK52 EVR is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is AK52 EVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 EVR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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