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GN05 TVC

2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,229 mi
Last recorded13,229 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 0414,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 TVC
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 04
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 13,229 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2025 13,227 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted MOUNTING BOLTS LOOSE (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected MOUNTING BOLTS LOOSE (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All position lamps not working FUSE (4.2.1 (a))

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

Stop lamp not working FUSE (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 13,121 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 13,068 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 13,008 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 12,883 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 12,775 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 12,579 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2011 11,771 miles

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,771 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 11,771 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 11,771 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 11,450 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 11,450 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 04?

Based on 11,108 MOT tests across 1,011 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
956
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,011
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 118
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 92
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 51
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 30
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GN05 TVC is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 14,215 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 04 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN05 TVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 04 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 04 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN05 TVC registered?

GN05 TVC is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R1 04, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is GN05 TVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 TVC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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