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R1 SPX

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

6,942 mi
Last recorded6,942 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 SPX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 6,942 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 6,917 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 6,887 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 6,855 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 6,818 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 6,471 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 5,832 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 5,143 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 5,143 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 May 2011 4,567 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2011 4,567 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 4,113 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 3,908 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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R1 SPX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R1 SPX, 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 R1 SPX registered?

R1 SPX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is R1 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 SPX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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