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BU05 NWK

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,965 mi
Last recorded21,965 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R114,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 NWK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 21,965 miles

slight play in front brake pads

Pass 2 Oct 2012 20,608 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,179 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 16,735 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 12,839 miles

advise number plate light not working

Pass 24 Nov 2008 8,177 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 8,177 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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BU05 NWK is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 14,576 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 BU05 NWK, 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 21 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 BU05 NWK registered?

BU05 NWK is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is BU05 NWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 NWK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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