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W668 XRV

2000 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,381 mi
Last recorded2,381 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YZF100021,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW668 XRV
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 2,381 miles

Rear Brake disc has one bolt missing

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 2,372 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc has one bolt missing

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 1,804 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 1,484 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 652 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 652 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 1 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 17,429 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 16,142 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 15,703 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,839 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 13,839 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 10,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 10,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 10,165 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 9,835 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 9,602 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 9,101 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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W668 XRV is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W668 XRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W668 XRV registered?

W668 XRV is a 2000 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W668 XRV safe to buy?

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