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W492 JBV

2000 Yamaha YZF1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

32,321 mi
Last recorded32,321 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YZF100021,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW492 JBV
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 32,321 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 31,442 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 31,121 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 30,044 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 28,762 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 27,928 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 27,251 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 26,830 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 25,526 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 24,091 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 23,011 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,480 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 19,111 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 19,111 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 18,300 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 16,435 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2010 16,435 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Jun 2010 16,432 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2009 15,282 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 14,762 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 14,762 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 14,140 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 12,975 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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W492 JBV is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 W492 JBV, 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 W492 JBV registered?

W492 JBV is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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The MOT history for W492 JBV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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