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S30 YAM

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,130 mi
Last recorded25,130 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS30 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 25,130 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2024 24,929 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 24,908 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 24,886 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 24,849 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 24,849 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 24,670 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2020 24,670 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 24,192 miles

Exhaust noisy end cans (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 23,167 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 23,167 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 22,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 22,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2015 18,512 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 May 2014 14,725 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 14,725 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 11,930 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 8,725 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 8,725 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 5,113 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 4,437 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 3,275 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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S30 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S30 YAM, 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

How do I check the history of S30 YAM?

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What year was S30 YAM registered?

S30 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is S30 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S30 YAM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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