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AY07 EXV

2007 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,721 mi
Last recorded16,721 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Yamaha Yzf R112,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY07 EXV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 16,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 16,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) WHEEL ADJUSTERS (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025
Pass 26 May 2023 20,068 miles

Central Front Outer Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 19,680 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 19,324 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 17,898 miles

Front Indicators are slightly sunk into the fairing showing 50% Visability

Fail 11 Apr 2016 17,898 miles

Front Indicators are slightly sunk into the fairing showing 50% Visability

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 17,422 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 17,422 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2014 16,534 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

both tyres scruffed on sidewalls

small number plate was fitted but changed for correct size number plate by customer

Pass 20 Feb 2013 15,674 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 25,221 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 14,575 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 12,450 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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AY07 EXV is a 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 12,952 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 AY07 EXV, 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 19 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 AY07 EXV registered?

AY07 EXV is a 2007 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 10 May 2007.

Is AY07 EXV safe to buy?

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