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CU04 HNC

2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,176 mi
Last recorded24,176 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 0415,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 HNC
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 24,176 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 23,080 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 21,940 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 21,940 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 20,545 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 20,545 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 19,593 miles

No lights fitted at time of test - Not to be used at times of reduced visibility.

Pass 9 Apr 2018 18,633 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 17,377 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2014 17,065 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 15,003 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2013 15,003 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 14,789 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 14,352 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 13,559 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 12,470 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 11,026 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 9,833 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 04?

Based on 11,108 MOT tests across 1,011 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
956
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,011
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 92
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 51
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 30
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CU04 HNC is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,507 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 04 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU04 HNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 04 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 04 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU04 HNC registered?

CU04 HNC is a 2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 10 May 2004.

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