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SL56 AMU

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,295 mi
Last recorded29,295 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 AMU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2025 29,295 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2023 26,498 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 24,222 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 24,119 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 23,778 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 23,361 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 23,132 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 22,709 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 22,158 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 20,624 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 19,050 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 16,465 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 15,114 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 11,697 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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SL56 AMU is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SL56 AMU, 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 SL56 AMU registered?

SL56 AMU is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is SL56 AMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 AMU shows 14 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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