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EX05 OWZ

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,188 mi
Last recorded37,188 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0515,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 OWZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 05
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 37,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 36,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 35,921 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 35,921 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 34,561 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 32,061 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 28,193 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,065 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 21,949 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 20,494 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 18,908 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,709 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 14,594 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 12,504 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 10,163 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 3,926 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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EX05 OWZ is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EX05 OWZ, 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.

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What year was EX05 OWZ registered?

EX05 OWZ is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 05, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is EX05 OWZ safe to buy?

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