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AY05 BTU

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,549 mi
Last recorded18,549 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R114,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 BTU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 18,549 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 18,373 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 18,209 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 18,170 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 18,167 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2018 17,952 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 17,863 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 17,370 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 16,827 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 16,092 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 15,408 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 14,753 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 13,281 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 12,169 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 11,046 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 9,999 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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AY05 BTU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 14,576 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 AY05 BTU, 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 21 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 AY05 BTU registered?

AY05 BTU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AY05 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 BTU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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