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BG05 OTB

2005 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,752 mi
Last recorded32,752 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R614,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OTB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 32,752 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps 1 headlamp not working (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 26,956 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 26,937 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 26,746 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 26,191 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 25,428 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 24,408 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 23,555 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 23,555 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play Swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 21,957 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,077 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 15,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 14,335 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

fairings damaged on n/s.

front indicators poor visabilty but efficient.

Fail 17 Jun 2008 14,328 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

fairings damaged on n/s.

front indicators poor visabilty but efficient.

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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BG05 OTB is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,006 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 OTB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG05 OTB registered?

BG05 OTB is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 2 June 2005.

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