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GY56 FRU

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 2006

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

28,413 mi
Last recorded28,413 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 200612,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 FRU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 2006
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 28,413 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 28,347 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 28,333 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 28,141 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 26,236 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 22,659 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 22,655 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2016 22,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 21,742 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 27,138 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 20,860 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

numberplate light not working

Fail 4 Aug 2014 20,860 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

numberplate light not working

Pass 26 Jun 2013 18,744 miles

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

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

number plate light not working at time test.

uneven wear/cracking on front tyre.

Pass 26 Jun 2012 18,043 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 15,647 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 15,647 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 10,791 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 9,855 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

exhaust touching n/s/r footpeg mount

Pass 7 Sep 2009 9,855 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

exhaust touching n/s/r footpeg mount

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 2006?

Based on 828 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
701
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 4
Footrest missing 4
Registration plate incorrect 3
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GY56 FRU is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 2006 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 2006 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 12,704 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 2006 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY56 FRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 2006 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 2006 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY56 FRU registered?

GY56 FRU is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 2006, first registered on 9 September 2006.

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