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RV09 VZW

2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,625 mi
Last recorded27,625 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 0910,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV09 VZW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 09
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 27,625 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 7 Aug 2024 25,977 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 25,977 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 24,629 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 23,246 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 21,782 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 20,392 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 18,115 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 6 Apr 2018 17,242 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 15,556 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 15,556 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 13,767 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 12,058 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,448 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 10,448 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 8,521 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 8,521 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 6,413 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 09?

Based on 2,214 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
909
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 7
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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RV09 VZW is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 10,607 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 09 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV09 VZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 09 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 09 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV09 VZW registered?

RV09 VZW is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R1 09, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is RV09 VZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV09 VZW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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