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WX51 VLA

2001 Yamaha WR426

Blue Petrol 426cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha WR4261,721 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 VLA
MakeYamaha
ModelWR426
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine426cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024
Pass 9 Nov 2022
Pass 10 Apr 2021
Pass 29 Feb 2020
Pass 6 Jun 2017

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 12 Oct 2013

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Oct 2013

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2009
Pass 4 Jan 2008
Pass 18 Nov 2006

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR426?

Based on 902 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
190
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Horn not working 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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WX51 VLA is a 2001 Yamaha WR426 in Blue with a 426cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha WR426 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 1,721 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha WR426 fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX51 VLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR426 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha WR426 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX51 VLA registered?

WX51 VLA is a 2001 Yamaha WR426, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is WX51 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX51 VLA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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