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DX05 LVL

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

29,677 mi
Last recorded29,677 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0515,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 LVL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 05
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 29,677 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 29,507 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 29,130 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 28,525 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 27,863 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 25,782 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 23,788 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 22,312 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 22,288 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 21,200 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 19,750 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 18,033 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 16,090 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 14,849 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 13,720 miles

Nearside low beam not working.

Fail 8 May 2012 13,720 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside low beam not working.

Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,719 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 10,820 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 8,796 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 5,722 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 05?

Based on 5,395 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
949
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too high 13
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DX05 LVL is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,407 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 05 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 LVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 05 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 05 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX05 LVL?

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What year was DX05 LVL registered?

DX05 LVL is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is DX05 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 LVL shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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