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AV02 NZW

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23 mi
Last recorded23 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 NZW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 23 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Frame modified but not considered dangerous

Rear Suspension components modified but not considered unsafe

Fail 13 Nov 2021 17 miles

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))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Suspension attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened rear swing arm (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 6 miles

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))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) rear wheel nut finger tight. extremely dangerous (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Suspension attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened rear swing arm (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 114,090 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated silencer bracket starting to crack (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear footrest deteriorated

fork dust seals very deteriorated.

front fairing bracket slightly loose on frame.

one tail bulb not working

Pass 27 Nov 2015 111,704 miles

l/h passenger footrest bent and pivot worn.

Fail 26 Nov 2015 111,704 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

l/h passenger footrest bent and pivot worn.

Pass 27 Nov 2014 100,734 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 96,782 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 96,782 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 91,629 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 6 Oct 2012 91,537 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2011 83,466 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 73,429 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2010 73,429 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 63,945 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 54,367 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 42,775 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 30,297 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS1000?

Based on 71,815 MOT tests across 4,923 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
1,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 712
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 413
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 163
reflector on motorcycle missing 153
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AV02 NZW is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 23,186 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 FZS1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 712 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV02 NZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AV02 NZW is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 20 May 2002.

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