Yamaha YZF1000

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,002 cc

S43 BCGMOT history

S43 BCG is a black petrol Yamaha YZF1000 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
205 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 BCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF1000
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,002 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 BCG was last recorded at 205 miles on 21 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2020: 22 miles, lower than 32,147 miles on 5 Apr 2019.
  • 13 Jun 2022: 1,600 miles, lower than 25,000 miles on 4 Jun 2021.
  • 21 Sept 2026: 205 miles, lower than 2,214 miles on 17 Jun 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
2,214 miles · 17 Jun 2023

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205 miles
  • 2023 – 2,214 miles
  • 2022 – 1,600 miles
  • 2021 – 25,000 miles
  • 2020 – 22 miles
  • 2019 – 32,147 miles
  • 2017 – 30,079 miles
  • 2011 – 29,721 miles
  • 2010 – 28,793 miles
  • 2008 – 25,894 miles
  • 2007 – 25,206 miles
  • 2005 – 24,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil os and ns (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fork seals

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    205 miles
    Test number
    474752039454
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil os and ns (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524174500954
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    930413438953
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass2,214 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    2,214 miles
    Test number
    719062527825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass1,600 miles (-23,400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    1,600 miles
    Test number
    184072943550
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators light intensity reduced 1/2 of indicator working (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators light intensity reduced 1/2 of indicator working (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass25,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    25,000 miles
    Test number
    484117430114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail25,000 miles (+24,978)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,000 miles
    Test number
    460828838126
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass22 miles (-32,125)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    22 miles
    Test number
    938825121445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,147 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    32,147 miles
    Test number
    174905201151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,079 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,079 miles
    Test number
    805679400458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,721 miles
    Test number
    349121571430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail29,721 miles (+928)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,721 miles
    Test number
    125789751241
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

  13. Pass28,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,793 miles
    Test number
    212643210485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

  14. Fail28,793 miles (+2,899)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,793 miles
    Test number
    562633110177
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

  15. Pass25,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    25,894 miles
    Test number
    200714098212
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

  16. Fail25,894 miles (+688)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,894 miles
    Test number
    734434898208
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

  17. Pass25,206 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    25,206 miles
    Test number
    682611157061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    24,204 miles
    Test number
    743926255249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S43 BCG

Does S43 BCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 BCG is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 BCG?
The MOT on S43 BCG is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 BCG done?
S43 BCG was recorded at 205 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026.
Has S43 BCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 BCG has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S43 BCG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 26 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S43 BCG find?
S43 BCG passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; front shock absorber has a light misting of oil os and ns; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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