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VU52 WML

2002 Yamaha BT1100

Silver Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

8,665 mi
Last recorded8,665 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha BT110016,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WML
MakeYamaha
ModelBT1100
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 8,665 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 8,630 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 8,543 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 8,520 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 8,419 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 8,410 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 8,285 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 8,285 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) bulb gone bulb number 19 x1 (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 6,515 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 170/60/17 bt021 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 5,898 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 5,308 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 4,832 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 4,257 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 3,727 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 3,542 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 3,542 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 2,928 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 2,708 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 2,646 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 1,956 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 1,177 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2005 1,177 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha BT1100?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 602 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
602
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 111
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 82
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
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VU52 WML is a 2002 Yamaha BT1100 in Silver with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha BT1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 16,371 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 BT1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 WML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha BT1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha BT1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU52 WML registered?

VU52 WML is a 2002 Yamaha BT1100, first registered on 7 November 2002.

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