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Y779 HKY

2001 Yamaha R1

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,806 mi
Last recorded7,806 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R118,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY779 HKY
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2017 7,806 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 7,785 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 7,729 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 7,669 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 7,648 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 7,556 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 7,505 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 7,328 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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Y779 HKY is a 2001 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 Y779 HKY, 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.

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What year was Y779 HKY registered?

Y779 HKY is a 2001 Yamaha R1, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y779 HKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y779 HKY shows 8 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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