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W103 JBT

2000 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,346 mi
Last recorded47,346 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YZF100021,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW103 JBT
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 47,346 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 47,029 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 46,812 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 45,562 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 44,872 miles

Central Rear shocker casing corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2019 43,350 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 43,130 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

corrosion rear shocker

Fail 15 Aug 2017 43,130 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

corrosion rear shocker

Pass 26 Sep 2014 41,590 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear brake binding slightly

Temp gauge illumination light not working

Pass 21 Sep 2013 35,069 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 28,372 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 19,992 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 12,446 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 11,132 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 9,714 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 8,180 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 8,180 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 5,393 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?

Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 382
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 342
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 263
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 184
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W103 JBT is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 21,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W103 JBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W103 JBT is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 16 May 2000.

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