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DK05 KZF

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,829 mi
Last recorded27,829 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0414,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 KZF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 27,829 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 27,447 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 27,259 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 27,256 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 24 May 2021 27,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 May 2021 27,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 29 May 2020 24,606 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 24,571 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 24,571 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2017 24,092 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 21,754 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 20,601 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 20,596 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 17,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,945 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2012 10,543 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 10,407 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 7,481 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 6,850 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 6,850 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 5,386 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 KZF is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KZF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK05 KZF registered?

DK05 KZF is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 11 July 2005.

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The MOT history for DK05 KZF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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