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AY04 BVL

2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,237 mi
Last recorded30,237 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 0415,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 BVL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 30,237 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 30,225 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements to small (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 30,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 29,435 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 29,432 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 29,432 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 29,423 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 29,158 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 28,405 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 27,209 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 27,042 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 26,650 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 26,479 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 26,125 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 29,629 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 25,115 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 24,861 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 7,558 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 23,839 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 22,179 miles

smaller rear number plate fitted but still legible at distance

Pass 23 Feb 2008 15,139 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 04?

Based on 11,108 MOT tests across 1,011 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
956
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,011
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 92
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 51
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 30
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AY04 BVL is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 04 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY04 BVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 04 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 04 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY04 BVL registered?

AY04 BVL is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 13 March 2004.

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The MOT history for AY04 BVL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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