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WK06 VWR

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,454 mi
Last recorded40,454 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK06 VWR
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 40,454 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 40,454 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 39,220 miles

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

cut in rear tyre

Fail 7 Sep 2015 39,220 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

cut in rear tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2014 34,750 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 7 Mar 2014 34,750 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 31,233 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 31,233 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 27,378 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 27,378 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 23,471 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 23,471 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 18,016 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 18,016 miles

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

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 VWR is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VWR, 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 VWR registered?

WK06 VWR is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is WK06 VWR safe to buy?

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