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HG05 HGU

2005 Yamaha R1

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

26,831 mi
Last recorded26,831 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha R116,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 HGU
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 26,831 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 24,907 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 23,098 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 23,098 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 22,529 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 20,520 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 20,520 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 18,261 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 17,934 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 15,966 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 14,420 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 13,152 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 12,509 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 11,090 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 9,793 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 10,866 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 6,140 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 5,674 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 5,340 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 4,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 4,560 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 3,499 miles

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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HG05 HGU is a 2005 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,014 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 HG05 HGU, 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 21 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 HG05 HGU registered?

HG05 HGU is a 2005 Yamaha R1, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is HG05 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 HGU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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