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W268 NWB

2000 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,746 mi
Last recorded28,746 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R120,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW268 NWB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 28,746 miles

Brake lines slightly fouling fairing

Chain connecting link fitted incorrectly

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 28,591 miles
Pass 27 May 2018 28,588 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 28,143 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 27,289 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 27,289 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2015 25,251 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 24,536 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 22,919 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 21,851 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 19,805 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 18,243 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 18,243 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 15,998 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 15,638 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 15,196 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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W268 NWB is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W268 NWB, 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 W268 NWB registered?

W268 NWB is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 10 August 2000.

Is W268 NWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W268 NWB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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