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MJ06 FYA

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

28,973 mi
Last recorded28,973 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 FYA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 28,973 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 28,695 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 28,047 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 27,329 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 26,472 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 26,251 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 24,740 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,169 miles

Registration plate lamp fitted but not working

Fail 20 Apr 2018 24,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Registration plate lamp fitted but not working

Pass 13 May 2017 22,746 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 20,104 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 20,104 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 15,590 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 15,590 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 15,149 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 15,149 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2011 13,236 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 11,278 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 6,562 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 6,562 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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MJ06 FYA is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MJ06 FYA, 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 MJ06 FYA registered?

MJ06 FYA is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 9 May 2006.

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The MOT history for MJ06 FYA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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