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W203 XTU

2000 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,004 mi
Last recorded25,004 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R120,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW203 XTU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 25,004 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 24,261 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 24,230 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 23,066 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 22,488 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 21,320 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 21,006 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 21,004 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 20,200 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 18,933 miles

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

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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W203 XTU is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W203 XTU, 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 W203 XTU registered?

W203 XTU is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W203 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W203 XTU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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