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WV56 RXS

2006 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,648 mi
Last recorded12,648 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R112,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV56 RXS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 12,648 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 12,215 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 8,024 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 6,869 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 5,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 4,446 miles

front tyre geting low

Pass 20 Feb 2014 3,386 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 2,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 1,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

numberplate slighty loose

Fail 20 Feb 2010 752 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 752 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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WV56 RXS is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WV56 RXS, 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 WV56 RXS registered?

WV56 RXS is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 4 November 2006.

Is WV56 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV56 RXS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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