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LR05 YAM

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,830 mi
Last recorded24,830 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 24,830 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 23,268 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 22,276 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 21,368 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 20,167 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 17,727 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 15,349 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 14,358 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 12,864 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 10,675 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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LR05 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LR05 YAM, 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 LR05 YAM registered?

LR05 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is LR05 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 YAM shows 10 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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