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R1 WMU

2017 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,540 mi
Last recorded15,540 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Yamaha Yzf R16,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 WMU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2017
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 15,540 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 12,493 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 7,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 7,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 6,404 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Mar 2023 6,404 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 5,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2020

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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 WMU is a 2017 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 6,344 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 WMU, 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 9 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R1 WMU registered?

R1 WMU is a 2017 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 23 April 2017.

Is R1 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 WMU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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