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GX05 EGJ

2005 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,496 mi
Last recorded17,496 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R614,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 EGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 17,496 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 17,253 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 17,153 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 17,079 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 16,863 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 16,745 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 16,419 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 15,072 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 15,072 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel control one (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 14,565 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 13,158 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 12,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit boarderline pass 180/55/17 Dunlop sport max road sport (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2015 10,337 miles

chain corroded

noisey exhaust

Pass 6 Mar 2014 7,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2014 7,392 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 5,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 2,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 2,966 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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GX05 EGJ is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,006 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 EGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX05 EGJ registered?

GX05 EGJ is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is GX05 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 EGJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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