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CN05 BMU

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,815 mi
Last recorded40,815 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0515,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 BMU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 05
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2025 40,815 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 39,259 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 37,025 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 35,740 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 33,858 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 32,378 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 31,088 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 29,433 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 28,278 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 26,921 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 25,899 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,451 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 23,619 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,709 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 21,492 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 18,483 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 11,970 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 8,139 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 05?

Based on 5,395 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
949
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too high 13
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CN05 BMU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,407 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 05 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CN05 BMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 05 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 05 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CN05 BMU registered?

CN05 BMU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is CN05 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN05 BMU shows 18 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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