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EU55 KOJ

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,305 mi
Last recorded13,305 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 KOJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 13,305 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 13,185 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 12,684 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 11,790 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 10,021 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 7,535 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 7,530 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 7,316 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 6,484 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 4,700 miles

no number plate light fitted

Pass 14 May 2012 4,521 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 4,202 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 3,873 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 3,492 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 3,492 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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EU55 KOJ is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EU55 KOJ, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU55 KOJ registered?

EU55 KOJ is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is EU55 KOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 KOJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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