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VU05 YVS

2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 04

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

48,393 mi
Last recorded48,393 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 0414,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 YVS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6 04
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 48,393 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 48,393 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 42,191 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 42,112 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 42,031 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 41,980 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 41,813 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 41,775 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 41,775 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 41,692 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 41,400 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 41,105 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 40,087 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 38,210 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 35,852 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2012 35,852 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2011 27,873 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,873 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 10,526 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 10,526 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2009 5,924 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 5,924 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 5,453 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6 04?

Based on 6,478 MOT tests across 569 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
569
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 124
reflector on motorcycle missing 74
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Direction indicator not working 22
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VU05 YVS is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 04 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 04 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 14,172 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 R6 04 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU05 YVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 04 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 04 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU05 YVS?

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What year was VU05 YVS registered?

VU05 YVS is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 04, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is VU05 YVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 YVS shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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