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WJ13 ELW

2013 Yamaha Yzf

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,280 mi
Last recorded32,280 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2013 Yamaha Yzf14,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ13 ELW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 32,280 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 32,280 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 32,189 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

mirrors loose

various bodywork fasteners damaged or missing

Pass 19 Feb 2021 30,099 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 30,073 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

mirrors security

Fail 16 Jul 2019 30,052 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

damage to fairings

exhaust damaged and slight exhaust blow

o/s/f indicator lens missing

rear brake fluid low

rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 28 Jun 2018 23,253 miles

DRIVE CHAIN TIGHT

LOW DAMPING EFFECT ON FRONT FORKS.

Fail 23 Jun 2018 23,149 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear tyre direction incorrect

Pass 1 Jul 2017 19,243 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 15,317 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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WJ13 ELW is a 2013 Yamaha Yzf in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2013 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 14,115 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ13 ELW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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WJ13 ELW is a 2013 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 1 June 2013.

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