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LK55 HZW

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,975 mi
Last recorded19,975 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 HZW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 19,975 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 19,461 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 19,461 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 19,461 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 18,690 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 18,179 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 17,801 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 17,603 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 16,815 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,815 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 16,749 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 16,001 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 15,722 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 15,240 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,613 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,262 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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LK55 HZW is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK55 HZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK55 HZW registered?

LK55 HZW is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 2 February 2006.

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The MOT history for LK55 HZW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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