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LU56 FER

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

33,762 mi
Last recorded33,762 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU56 FER
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 33,762 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2026 33,762 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 22,229 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 17,577 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 17,334 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 17,324 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 15,642 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 15,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 14,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 13,348 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 11,511 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 9,155 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 7,350 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 6,251 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 5,041 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2012 4,780 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 3,584 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 2,963 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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LU56 FER is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LU56 FER, 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 LU56 FER registered?

LU56 FER is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is LU56 FER safe to buy?

The MOT history for LU56 FER shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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