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LC05 EWS

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,251 mi
Last recorded29,251 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0414,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 EWS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 29,251 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 28,815 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 27,753 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 25,876 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,838 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 19,624 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 18,262 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 17,786 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 14,553 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 10,978 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 7,673 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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LC05 EWS is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 LC05 EWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC05 EWS registered?

LC05 EWS is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is LC05 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 EWS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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