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LJ05 BYK

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,617 mi
Last recorded7,617 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0414,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 BYK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2025 7,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 7,501 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 7,268 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 7,111 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 6,611 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 6,559 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 6,484 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 6,177 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 5,965 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 5,146 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 5,105 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 4,892 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 4,680 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 4,511 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 4,155 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 3,718 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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LJ05 BYK is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LJ05 BYK, 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 LJ05 BYK registered?

LJ05 BYK is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 BYK shows 16 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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