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BF09 LVU

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,621 mi
Last recorded12,621 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0910,607 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 LVU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 09
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 12,621 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 12,387 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 12,161 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 11,839 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 11,453 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 11,036 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 9,635 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 8,299 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 7,091 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 6,566 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 6,211 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 5,753 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 09?

Based on 2,214 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
909
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 7
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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BF09 LVU is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 10,607 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 09 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF09 LVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 09 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 09 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF09 LVU?

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What year was BF09 LVU registered?

BF09 LVU is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09, first registered on 7 March 2009.

Is BF09 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF09 LVU shows 12 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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