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GU07 PLZ

2007 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,287 mi
Last recorded16,287 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Yamaha Yzf R112,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU07 PLZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 16,287 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 15,113 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 14,972 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 14,889 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 14,741 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 14,259 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 13,456 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 13,118 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 May 2017 12,561 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 11,664 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 23 May 2015 10,768 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 9,170 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 6,559 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 3,884 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 3,884 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 2,892 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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GU07 PLZ is a 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 12,952 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 GU07 PLZ, 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 19 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 GU07 PLZ registered?

GU07 PLZ is a 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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