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W229 TYD

2000 Yamaha WR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,460 mi
Last recorded7,460 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 2000 Yamaha WR4003,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW229 TYD
MakeYamaha
ModelWR400
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 7,460 miles

NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 4 Jan 2019

EXHAUST NOISEY

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2018

Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST NOISEY

LOOSE SPOKES IN FRONT WHEEL

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 5,522 miles

rear suspention linkage is starting to seize

Fail 1 Nov 2017 5,522 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both (2.3.3)

rear suspention linkage is starting to seize

Pass 16 Apr 2016 5,522 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 5,522 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 5,522 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 5,522 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 5,522 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 5,450 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 5,450 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 5,347 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 5,347 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 5,313 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 5,238 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 5,238 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 4,705 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR400?

Based on 1,812 MOT tests across 278 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
278
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 54
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
Tyre is unsuitable 40
wheel bearings have excessive free play 26
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W229 TYD is a 2000 Yamaha WR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha WR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 3,546 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 WR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W229 TYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha WR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W229 TYD is a 2000 Yamaha WR400, first registered on 1 August 2000.

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