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VF55 VDX

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,712 mi
Last recorded36,712 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 VDX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 36,712 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2025 36,712 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 31,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 27,036 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 23,270 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 23,209 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 22,913 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 21,912 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 21,817 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 21,614 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 21,401 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 21,035 miles
Pass 5 May 2015
Fail 5 May 2015

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 May 2014 17,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 8 Sep 2012 15,430 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 15,430 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 14,310 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 14,310 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 13,086 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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VF55 VDX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow 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 VF55 VDX, 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 VF55 VDX registered?

VF55 VDX is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 20 January 2006.

Is VF55 VDX safe to buy?

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