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HX05 KVL

2005 Yamaha R1

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

49,484 mi
Last recorded49,484 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha R116,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 KVL
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 49,484 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 48,458 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 46,494 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 45,115 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 45,115 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2020 43,396 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 38,739 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 33,322 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 25,015 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 18,087 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 16,125 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 14,957 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 12,472 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 12,268 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,417 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 10,406 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 6,909 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 5,478 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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HX05 KVL is a 2005 Yamaha R1 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HX05 KVL, 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 HX05 KVL registered?

HX05 KVL is a 2005 Yamaha R1, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is HX05 KVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX05 KVL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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