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W188 WFB

2000 Yamaha Yzf R1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,810 mi
Last recorded23,810 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R120,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW188 WFB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 23,810 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 23,711 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 23,610 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 23,452 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 22,690 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 22,670 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 22,632 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 22,553 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 21,905 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 21,796 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 21,432 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 21,009 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 21,009 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 20,433 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 19,628 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 18,857 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 17,167 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 15,109 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 13,027 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 8,722 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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W188 WFB is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 W188 WFB, 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

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What year was W188 WFB registered?

W188 WFB is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 8 June 2000.

Is W188 WFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W188 WFB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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