Yamaha YZF1000

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,002 cc

T540 EGTMOT history

T540 EGT is a black petrol Yamaha YZF1000 first used on 13 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 15,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
15,006 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 EGT
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
13 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 EGT was last recorded at 15,006 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 88 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
14,918 miles · 29 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
88 miles
Average per year
470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 15,006 miles
  • 2021 – 14,918 miles
  • 2020 – 14,891 miles
  • 2016 – 14,701 miles
  • 2014 – 11,293 miles
  • 2013 – 8,832 miles
  • 2012 – 6,276 miles
  • 2006 – 6,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass15,006 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbins

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

11 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass15,006 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    15,006 miles
    Test number
    286566957743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass14,918 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    14,918 miles
    Test number
    924968952734
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Fail14,918 miles (+27)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,918 miles
    Test number
    203893705470
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  4. Fail14,891 miles (+190)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,891 miles
    Test number
    988876276647
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSteering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Front brake lever fouls on clocks (2.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre had 10 psi in(have inflated)
  5. Pass14,701 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    14,701 miles
    Test number
    167626620639
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
  6. Fail14,687 miles (+3,394)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,687 miles
    Test number
    127052409891
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
  7. Pass11,293 miles (+2,461)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    11,293 miles
    Test number
    899998494290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteNumberplate cracked.
  8. Pass8,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    8,832 miles
    Test number
    365102783261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail8,832 miles (+2,556)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,832 miles
    Test number
    887210283209
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
  10. Pass6,276 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    6,276 miles
    Test number
    486159112205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass6,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    6,245 miles
    Test number
    481555846277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T540 EGT

Does T540 EGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T540 EGT expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T540 EGT?
The MOT on T540 EGT expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T540 EGT done?
T540 EGT was recorded at 15,006 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 470 miles a year.
Has T540 EGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 EGT has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T540 EGT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T540 EGT find?
T540 EGT passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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