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W788 SJM

2000 Yamaha R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,847 mi
Last recorded25,847 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha R120,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW788 SJM
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 25,847 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 25,827 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 25,586 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 25,586 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 25,436 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 25,208 miles

Fuel tank filler cap has flaking paint around seal.

Pass 11 Jul 2018 23,213 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust note noisy

Pass 24 Jul 2017 23,084 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 22,823 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 22,087 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

advise clutch pivot worn

Pass 15 May 2015 22,087 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

advise clutch pivot worn

Pass 16 May 2014 21,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,087 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2012 15,646 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 14,298 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 14,400 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 13,744 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2009 13,744 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 13,491 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 13,212 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 13,112 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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W788 SJM is a 2000 Yamaha R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,594 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W788 SJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W788 SJM registered?

W788 SJM is a 2000 Yamaha R1, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W788 SJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W788 SJM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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