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W253 KNH

2000 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,786 mi
Last recorded25,786 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2013
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YZF100021,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW253 KNH
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2013 25,786 miles

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

clip missing front brake reservoir

fastener missing offside bellypan

Chain guard missing

Fail 22 Jun 2013 25,786 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

clip missing front brake reservoir

fastener missing offside bellypan

Chain guard missing

Pass 3 Apr 2012 25,482 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 25,482 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Apr 2011 24,758 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Chain guard missing

front tyre has uneven wear (stepped)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 24,758 miles

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

Chain guard missing

front tyre has uneven wear (stepped)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 23,895 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 22,820 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 17,938 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 18,609 miles

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
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W253 KNH is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 W253 KNH, 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.

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What year was W253 KNH registered?

W253 KNH is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 24 March 2000.

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