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SF05 VDK

2005 Yamaha R1

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,551 mi
Last recorded25,551 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha R116,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 VDK
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2025 25,551 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 40,590 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 24,757 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 24,254 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 23,128 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 17,706 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 16,061 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 13,301 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 10,216 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 6,681 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 2,603 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 2,580 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 2,493 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 2,343 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 2,125 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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SF05 VDK is a 2005 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF05 VDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF05 VDK registered?

SF05 VDK is a 2005 Yamaha R1, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is SF05 VDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 VDK shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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