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OU55 DPX

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,027 mi
Last recorded18,027 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 DPX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 18,027 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 16,534 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 16,359 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 16,187 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 15,937 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 15,703 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 15,353 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 14,540 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 14,002 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 13,743 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 13,560 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 13,242 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 May 2014 13,242 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 12,856 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 10,202 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 8,728 miles

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 8,728 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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OU55 DPX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 OU55 DPX, 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 OU55 DPX registered?

OU55 DPX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is OU55 DPX safe to buy?

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