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AY55 AYV

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,406 mi
Last recorded19,406 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0515,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 AYV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 05
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 19,406 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 19,321 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 19,242 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 19,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 18,882 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 18,882 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 18,284 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 17,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Apr 2013 17,443 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 16,463 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 15,222 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 14,689 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 12,452 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 05?

Based on 5,395 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
949
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too high 13
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AY55 AYV is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,407 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 05 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY55 AYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 05 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 05 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY55 AYV registered?

AY55 AYV is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for AY55 AYV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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