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BU05 LJV

2005 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,624 mi
Last recorded23,624 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R614,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 LJV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 23,624 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 23,151 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 22,729 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 22,729 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 22,186 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2022 22,186 miles

Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 20,675 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 20,675 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 17,693 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 16,253 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 16,253 miles

Nearside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 14,702 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 14,322 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 9,357 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 9,357 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 5,528 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 5,528 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 4,901 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 4,785 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 4,331 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 3,769 miles

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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BU05 LJV is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU05 LJV, 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 BU05 LJV registered?

BU05 LJV is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 10 May 2005.

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