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Y979 SNA

2001 Yamaha R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,321 mi
Last recorded22,321 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R118,867 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY979 SNA
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 22,321 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 21,853 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 21,374 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 21,087 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 20,001 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 18,577 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 17,135 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 15,860 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 13,358 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 11,955 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 10,590 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 9,001 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 7,477 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 6,885 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,188 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 5,578 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 3,329 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 2,862 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 778 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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Y979 SNA is a 2001 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 18,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y979 SNA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y979 SNA?

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What year was Y979 SNA registered?

Y979 SNA is a 2001 Yamaha R1, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y979 SNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y979 SNA shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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