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DE56 GMG

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,038 mi
Last recorded37,038 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 GMG
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 37,038 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 27,600 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 19,422 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 14,669 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 14,669 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 12,958 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 11,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 11,143 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 10,795 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2011 9,448 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 8,470 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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DE56 GMG is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,966 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 DE56 GMG, 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 20 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 DE56 GMG registered?

DE56 GMG is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 17 October 2006.

Is DE56 GMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 GMG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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