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DX51 WFA

2001 Yamaha YZFR1

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

22,989 mi
Last recorded22,989 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZFR117,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 WFA
MakeYamaha
ModelYZFR1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 22,989 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2025 22,281 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 21,720 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 21,541 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 21,412 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 21,291 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 21,071 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 20,779 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 20,156 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 20,156 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 19,747 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 18,287 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,943 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,148 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,396 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 14,395 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 14,395 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 13,757 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 13,757 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 10,194 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2007 9,690 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2006 7,237 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZFR1?

Based on 1,225 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
Direction indicator not working 7
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DX51 WFA is a 2001 Yamaha YZFR1 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZFR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 17,595 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 YZFR1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX51 WFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZFR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha YZFR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX51 WFA registered?

DX51 WFA is a 2001 Yamaha YZFR1, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is DX51 WFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 WFA 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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