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B18 JBJ

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,558 mi
Last recorded16,558 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 JBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 16,558 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2024 15,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 12,888 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 11,413 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 11,067 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 10,648 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 9,721 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 9,091 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 8,621 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 8,043 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 8,019 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 7,637 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 7,637 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 6,276 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 4,650 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 2,294 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 1,852 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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B18 JBJ is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,966 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 B18 JBJ, 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 20 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 B18 JBJ registered?

B18 JBJ is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 16 December 2006.

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The MOT history for B18 JBJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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