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JC05 YAM

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,219 mi
Last recorded16,219 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0414,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJC05 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 16,219 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 15,760 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 14,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 12,228 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 10,927 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 10,886 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 10,806 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 10,341 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 9,594 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 8,761 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2014 8,451 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2013 7,796 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 7,702 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,423 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 7,124 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 6,780 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 6,138 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 04?

Based on 11,108 MOT tests across 1,011 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
956
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,011
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 92
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 51
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 30
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JC05 YAM is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 14,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 04 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JC05 YAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 04 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 04 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JC05 YAM registered?

JC05 YAM is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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