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W416 RCU

2000 Yamaha XT

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,647 mi
Last recorded16,647 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XT29,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW416 RCU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 16,647 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 16,478 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2019 16,641 miles

Front Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 15,529 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 14,593 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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W416 RCU is a 2000 Yamaha XT in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 29,999 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W416 RCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha XT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W416 RCU?

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What year was W416 RCU registered?

W416 RCU is a 2000 Yamaha XT, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W416 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W416 RCU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W416 RCU have outstanding finance?

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