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MY06 YZF

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,494 mi
Last recorded42,494 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY06 YZF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 42,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 37,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 33,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 32,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 31,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 31,018 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 29,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 28,203 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2017 26,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 24,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 23,336 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 21,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 17,802 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 14,552 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 14,541 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2011 11,128 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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MY06 YZF is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow 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 MY06 YZF, 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.

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What year was MY06 YZF registered?

MY06 YZF is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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