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S501 VWB

2001 Yamaha WR426

Blue Petrol 426cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha WR4261,721 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS501 VWB
MakeYamaha
ModelWR426
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine426cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016

no lights fitted at time off mot test

Pass 7 Dec 2013

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 7 Dec 2013

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2008
Pass 20 Oct 2007

Chain guard missing

Pass 20 Aug 2006

day time mot all lights masked

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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S501 VWB is a 2001 Yamaha WR426 in Blue with a 426cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S501 VWB, 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 S501 VWB registered?

S501 VWB is a 2001 Yamaha WR426, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is S501 VWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S501 VWB shows 7 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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