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W109 VCA

2000 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,986 mi
Last recorded9,986 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R120,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW109 VCA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 9,986 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2025 9,986 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Jul 2014 9,971 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 9,909 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,568 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 9,318 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 7,447 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 4,578 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 4,573 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 3,957 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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W109 VCA is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 20,732 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W109 VCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W109 VCA?

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What year was W109 VCA registered?

W109 VCA is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is W109 VCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W109 VCA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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