Yamaha YZF1000

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,002 cc

T243 OBVMOT history

T243 OBV is a black petrol Yamaha YZF1000 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 3,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jun 2025
Mileage
3,841 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T243 OBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF1000
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,002 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T243 OBV was last recorded at 3,841 miles on 25 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2012: 607 miles, lower than 21,464 miles on 23 Apr 2010.

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
3,841 miles · 18 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 3,841 miles
  • 2023 – 3,817 miles
  • 2017 – 3,537 miles
  • 2016 – 3,012 miles
  • 2015 – 2,365 miles
  • 2014 – 1,521 miles
  • 2013 – 1,016 miles
  • 2012 – 607 miles
  • 2010 – 21,464 miles
  • 2009 – 17,147 miles
  • 2007 – 13,668 miles
  • 2006 – 12,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass3,841 miles
  • MinorFront Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryDay time use only

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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Horn not working (1.7.3a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass3,841 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    3,841 miles
    Test number
    626485319914
    • MinorFront Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryDay time use only

  2. Fail3,841 miles (+24)2 dangerous11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,841 miles
    Test number
    893438644508
    • DangerousFront Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure Silencer Banding (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

  3. Fail3,817 miles (+280)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,817 miles
    Test number
    522837770520
    • MajorBrake component insecure front brake pipes (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock trapping brake pipes (2.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass3,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    3,537 miles
    Test number
    655224998817
    • AdvisoryHandlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

  5. Fail3,537 miles (+525)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,537 miles
    Test number
    762696857543
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • Repaired at testHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
    • AdvisoryHandlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

  6. Pass3,012 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    3,012 miles
    Test number
    428001698156
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisorySteering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

  7. Fail3,012 miles (+647)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,012 miles
    Test number
    986320254900
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisorySteering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

  8. Pass2,365 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    2,365 miles
    Test number
    217045125229
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

  9. Fail2,357 miles (+836)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,357 miles
    Test number
    796553625202
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

  10. Pass1,521 miles (+505)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    1,521 miles
    Test number
    728755124290
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteIndicator tell tail audiable fitted
    • NoteNon standard exhaust fitted

  11. Pass1,016 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    1,016 miles
    Test number
    649982293174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Fail997 miles (+390)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    997 miles
    Test number
    247775283122
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
    • FailureRear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)
    • FailureRear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Fail607 miles5 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    607 miles
    Test number
    579814312253
    • Repaired at testFuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteWaiting for info from vosa on tail lamp unit

  14. Pass607 miles (-20,857)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    607 miles
    Test number
    708574112229
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteWaiting for info from vosa on tail lamp unit

  15. Pass21,464 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,464 miles
    Test number
    234153310404
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  16. Fail21,429 miles (+4,282)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,429 miles
    Test number
    732876400182
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureRear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Pass17,147 miles (+29)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,147 miles
    Test number
    800588909128
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteRear tyre wear uneven
    • NoteSpeedo backlight does not illuminate

  18. Fail17,118 miles (+3,450)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,118 miles
    Test number
    482621409165
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureLocking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteFront tyre valve cap missing
    • NoteRear tyre wear uneven
    • NoteSpeedo backlight does not illuminate

  19. Pass13,668 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,668 miles
    Test number
    771448737305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,650 miles (+963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    13,650 miles
    Test number
    223366037033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  21. Pass12,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    12,687 miles
    Test number
    764923556038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T243 OBV

Does T243 OBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T243 OBV expired on 24 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T243 OBV?
The MOT on T243 OBV expired on 24 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T243 OBV done?
T243 OBV was recorded at 3,841 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2024.
Has T243 OBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T243 OBV has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T243 OBV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T243 OBV find?
T243 OBV passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front indicator tell tale missing; front valve stem slightly damaged; day time use only.

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