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LM05 BYE

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,037 mi
Last recorded26,037 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 BYE
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 26,037 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 25,632 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 25,632 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 May 2022 24,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 23,523 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 21,193 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 19,285 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 17,257 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 11,944 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 11,142 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 9,165 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,050 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 6,855 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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LM05 BYE is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LM05 BYE, 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 LM05 BYE registered?

LM05 BYE is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 10 March 2006.

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The MOT history for LM05 BYE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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