CarVerify

Free Car Check

W189 RJA

2000 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,464 mi
Last recorded38,464 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YZF100021,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW189 RJA
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 38,464 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 38,360 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 38,255 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 38,160 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 37,169 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 36,359 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 35,603 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2014 29,790 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 25,501 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 24,268 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 22,622 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 22,605 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Sep 2009 21,313 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 21,313 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 21,150 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 18,981 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 18,981 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 11,983 miles

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

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
Full Yamaha YZF1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W189 RJA 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 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W189 RJA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W189 RJA?

You can check the full history of W189 RJA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W189 RJA registered?

W189 RJA is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W189 RJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W189 RJA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W189 RJA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W189 RJA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.