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R111 GRY

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

16,221 mi
Last recorded16,221 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 GRY
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 16,221 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 15,999 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 15,546 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 15,369 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 15,369 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 15,176 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 14,412 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 18 Apr 2019 13,537 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 13,180 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 12,645 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 11,901 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 11,424 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 10,883 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,313 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 8,946 miles

right hand handle bar bent

Pass 23 May 2009 6,739 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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R111 GRY is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red 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 R111 GRY, 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 R111 GRY registered?

R111 GRY is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is R111 GRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 GRY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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