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BAZ 7201

2001 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha Yzf R118,219 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 7201
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025
Pass 10 May 2022 24,647 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 23,213 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 22,038 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2018 21,225 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 24 May 2018 21,225 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 May 2017 20,738 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 20,149 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 18,776 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 18,230 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 18,185 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,652 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 14,631 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 14,631 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 10,491 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 10,433 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 11,014 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,446 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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BAZ 7201 is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,219 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 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 BAZ 7201, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAZ 7201 registered?

BAZ 7201 is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BAZ 7201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 7201 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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