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GN51 PUE

2001 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,435 mi
Last recorded26,435 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Yzf R118,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 PUE
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 26,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 28,414 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 25,232 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 25,232 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 22,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 20,482 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 17,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 14,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,436 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2012 11,436 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 10,174 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 10,148 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 9,600 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 9,255 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 8,410 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 7,651 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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GN51 PUE is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,219 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 GN51 PUE, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN51 PUE?

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What year was GN51 PUE registered?

GN51 PUE is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is GN51 PUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 PUE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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