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SF06 PKX

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

22,531 mi
Last recorded22,531 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 PKX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 22,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 22,519 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 21 Feb 2024 22,164 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2024 22,164 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 21,347 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 20,938 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 20,938 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 20,627 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 20,125 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 19,356 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 18,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 16,282 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 15,738 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 12,756 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2010 9,546 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 May 2009 5,818 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2009 5,818 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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SF06 PKX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SF06 PKX, 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 SF06 PKX registered?

SF06 PKX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 22 May 2006.

Is SF06 PKX safe to buy?

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