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DN51 XBD

2002 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,431 mi
Last recorded37,431 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf R117,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 XBD
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 37,431 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 37,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2023 37,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 36,385 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 35,313 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 35,313 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 29,430 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 29,430 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 22,766 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 22,766 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 22,301 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 22,166 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,999 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 21,753 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 21,169 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 20,929 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2011 20,037 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 20,037 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 18,239 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 16,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 May 2009 16,198 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,113 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 10,235 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 9,232 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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DN51 XBD is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 17,764 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 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 DN51 XBD, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN51 XBD registered?

DN51 XBD is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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