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WK06 VVZ

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,584 mi
Last recorded28,584 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK06 VVZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 28,584 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Aug 2020 24,629 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 19,041 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 15,208 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 14,926 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 14,926 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2010 14,093 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 10,995 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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WK06 VVZ is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WK06 VVZ, 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 WK06 VVZ registered?

WK06 VVZ is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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