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W472 RYB

2000 Yamaha XJR1300

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,228 mi
Last recorded27,228 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJR130020,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW472 RYB
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 27,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 26,183 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 26,175 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 25,570 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 24,822 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 23,204 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 22,231 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 20,486 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 18,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 18,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 14,258 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 13,156 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 13,139 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2013 12,189 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 11,482 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 9,203 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 9,203 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 May 2009 6,603 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 6,596 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 6,351 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 5,268 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1300?

Based on 107,128 MOT tests across 7,520 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,072
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 471
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
reflector on motorcycle missing 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 232
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W472 RYB is a 2000 Yamaha XJR1300 in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 20,764 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 XJR1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,072 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W472 RYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W472 RYB?

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What year was W472 RYB registered?

W472 RYB is a 2000 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 18 March 2000.

Is W472 RYB safe to buy?

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