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AY04 HWK

2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,421 mi
Last recorded31,421 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 0415,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 HWK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 31,421 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 30,987 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 30,573 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 29,557 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 29,284 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 28,046 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 28,046 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 26,389 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 23,680 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 22,810 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 22,249 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 21,879 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 21,460 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 21,460 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 15,532 miles

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

side stand out of position / bike leans over to far

Fail 17 Apr 2009 15,532 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Front Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

side stand out of position / bike leans over to far

Pass 17 Apr 2008 10,897 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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 HWK is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 04 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY04 HWK, 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 HWK registered?

AY04 HWK is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 3 July 2004.

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