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DK05 KYA

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,547 mi
Last recorded35,547 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0414,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 KYA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 35,547 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2025 35,547 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2024 30,439 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 3 May 2024 30,439 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 25,178 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 24,924 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre approaching wear markers on right side of the tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 24,833 miles

Registration plate insecure Number plate split in two (0.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre approaching wear markers on right side of the tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 24,503 miles

Brake fluid possibly requires changing due to dark colour

Number plate cracked

Fail 10 Apr 2021 24,496 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Front brake (1.2.1 (e))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Right lock fouls on the fairing, does not allow full movement (2.1.4 (b))

Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Top yoke is not in alignment, biased to the right when bike is straight ahead (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Valve stem seriously damaged Rear valve (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid possibly requires changing due to dark colour

Number plate cracked

Pass 20 Sep 2019 24,335 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 23,816 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 20,699 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 15,738 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 14,947 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,092 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Sep 2013 13,414 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2011 11,416 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 10,159 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 8,335 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 6,469 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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DK05 KYA is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 14,215 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 DK05 KYA, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 04 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DK05 KYA is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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