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AV09 VAX

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

16,746 mi
Last recorded16,746 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R111,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 VAX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 16,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 16,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 15,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 15,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 13,637 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 11,564 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear shock lincage slight play,

Fail 18 May 2018 11,564 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear shock lincage slight play,

Pass 3 Mar 2017 8,121 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 7,571 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 7,354 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 7,168 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 6,545 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 6,545 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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AV09 VAX is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 11,830 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 AV09 VAX, 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 17 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 AV09 VAX registered?

AV09 VAX is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 11 June 2009.

Is AV09 VAX safe to buy?

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