MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,381 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 1000R?
Based on 1,154 MOT tests across 168 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W159 VAW is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf 1000R in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
Across all 2000 Yamaha Yzf 1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 19,127 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 Yzf 1000R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W159 VAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha Yzf 1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was W159 VAW registered?
W159 VAW is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf 1000R, first registered on 22 June 2000.
Is W159 VAW safe to buy?
The MOT history for W159 VAW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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