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SN06 DFC

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,209 mi
Last recorded23,209 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN06 DFC
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 23,209 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 22,183 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 19,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2024 19,098 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front High beam bulb not working.

Pass 26 Jun 2023 18,636 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 18,364 miles

All lights masked over ,Day light mot carried out

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 17,033 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 16,845 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 16,845 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 16,287 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 14,438 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 13,804 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 12,934 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 12,066 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 11,577 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 10,703 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 9,747 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 9,747 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2009 8,808 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 8,805 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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SN06 DFC is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SN06 DFC, 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 SN06 DFC registered?

SN06 DFC is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 12 May 2006.

Is SN06 DFC safe to buy?

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