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W118 OAO

2000 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,229 mi
Last recorded22,229 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R120,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW118 OAO
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 22,229 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 22,198 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 May 2017 22,134 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 22,062 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 21,269 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 19,322 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 19,294 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 17,757 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 17,173 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 17,150 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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W118 OAO is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red 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 W118 OAO, 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 W118 OAO?

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What year was W118 OAO registered?

W118 OAO is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 6 May 2000.

Is W118 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W118 OAO 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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