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GU09 YKR

2009 Yamaha R1

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,419 mi
Last recorded14,419 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha R112,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 YKR
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 14,419 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 12,141 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 12,026 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 11,382 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 11,149 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 9,423 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 8,147 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 8,147 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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GU09 YKR is a 2009 Yamaha R1 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 12,084 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 R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU09 YKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU09 YKR registered?

GU09 YKR is a 2009 Yamaha R1, first registered on 11 April 2009.

Is GU09 YKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 YKR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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