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W231 BHK

2000 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,328 mi
Last recorded42,328 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R120,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 BHK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 42,328 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 41,535 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 39,614 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 39,607 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 39,424 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 39,416 miles

Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 39,120 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 38,534 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 38,276 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 38,276 miles

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 37,939 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 36,918 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 36,381 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 36,381 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 35,357 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2010 32,958 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 25,239 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 18,436 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 18,436 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 17,801 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 18,101 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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W231 BHK is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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

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 W231 BHK, 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.

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What year was W231 BHK registered?

W231 BHK is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W231 BHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W231 BHK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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