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BB09 COB

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,812 mi
Last recorded23,812 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R111,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB09 COB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 23,812 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 21,377 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 21,377 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 18,500 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 16,187 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 14,623 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 10,636 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 8,196 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 7,446 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 7,016 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 6,181 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 5,378 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 4,288 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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BB09 COB is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 11,830 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 BB09 COB, 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 17 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 BB09 COB registered?

BB09 COB is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is BB09 COB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB09 COB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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