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BX02 MVS

2002 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,400 mi
Last recorded27,400 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf R117,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX02 MVS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 27,400 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 27,222 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 25,556 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 24,263 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 23,321 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 17,614 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 14,453 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 14,432 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 14,256 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,337 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 12,967 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 12,938 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 12,146 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 11,009 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,110 miles

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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BX02 MVS is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 17,764 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 BX02 MVS, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX02 MVS registered?

BX02 MVS is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BX02 MVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX02 MVS shows 15 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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