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GY09 HSL

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,654 mi
Last recorded31,654 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0910,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 HSL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 09
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 31,654 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 31,632 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 31,433 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 31,433 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 29,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 24,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

None std front indicators fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2021 24,307 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 22,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 18,159 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2019 18,159 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 12,590 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 12,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 12,171 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 7,986 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 7,777 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 7,187 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 5,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 09?

Based on 2,214 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
909
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 7
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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GY09 HSL is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 10,607 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 09 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY09 HSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 09 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 09 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY09 HSL registered?

GY09 HSL is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09, first registered on 11 June 2009.

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