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YN04 AET

2004 Yamaha R1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,449 mi
Last recorded40,449 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha R115,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN04 AET
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 40,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 39,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 38,512 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 May 2024 38,502 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 36,879 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 36,147 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 34,948 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 33,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 32,489 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 30,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 29,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 26,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,983 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 24,169 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 22,988 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 22,386 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 19,766 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 17,172 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2008 17,172 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 24 Mar 2007 12,737 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 12,737 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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YN04 AET is a 2004 Yamaha R1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 15,953 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 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 YN04 AET, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN04 AET registered?

YN04 AET is a 2004 Yamaha R1, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is YN04 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN04 AET shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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