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DU02 KRK

2002 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

19,137 mi
Last recorded19,137 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf R117,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU02 KRK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 19,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 May 2026 19,137 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 18,194 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 18,190 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 17,842 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 17,842 miles

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 17,773 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 17,773 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 18 May 2014 17,559 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 17,389 miles
Fail 5 May 2013 17,378 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 16,252 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2010 14,873 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 10,441 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 8,526 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 7,922 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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DU02 KRK is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DU02 KRK, 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 DU02 KRK registered?

DU02 KRK is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 8 March 2002.

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