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W356 MBT

2000 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

44,020 mi
Last recorded44,020 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf19,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW356 MBT
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 44,020 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

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

Fail 10 Apr 2026 44,020 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 43,256 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2025 43,256 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 42,901 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 42,227 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 40,891 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 39,493 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 39,493 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 38,748 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 37,521 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,961 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 36,958 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 36,825 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 36,825 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 35,947 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 31,631 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 31,133 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 30,470 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 30,470 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 28,987 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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W356 MBT is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 19,203 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 W356 MBT, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W356 MBT registered?

W356 MBT is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is W356 MBT safe to buy?

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