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W8 UKL

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,555 mi
Last recorded17,555 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW8 UKL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 17,555 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 17,283 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 17,172 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 17,067 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 16,793 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 16,511 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 15,335 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 15,001 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 13,546 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 13,546 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 11,666 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 10,825 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,071 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 9,429 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 9,149 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 6,538 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 3,924 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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W8 UKL is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 W8 UKL, 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 W8 UKL registered?

W8 UKL is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is W8 UKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W8 UKL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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