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SK52 WMW

2002 Yamaha R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,982 mi
Last recorded29,982 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R116,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 WMW
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 29,982 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 29,770 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 29,678 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 29,227 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 29,007 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 28,655 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 28,365 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 28,243 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 27,495 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 26,726 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 25,307 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 22,597 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 20,718 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 17,371 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 13,915 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 12,157 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 10,360 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 4,799 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 4,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 3,899 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 3,572 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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SK52 WMW is a 2002 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,575 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 SK52 WMW, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK52 WMW registered?

SK52 WMW is a 2002 Yamaha R1, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is SK52 WMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 WMW shows 21 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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