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AY51 EHD

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

46,819 mi
Last recorded46,819 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 EHD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 46,819 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 45,806 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 44,613 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 42,096 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 41,417 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 39,999 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 39,999 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 39,437 miles
Fail 23 May 2020 39,437 miles

Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 37,459 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 36,199 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 34,649 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 30,576 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. silencer not securely mounted (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 May 2015 28,155 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 28,136 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 13 May 2014 25,351 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 24,612 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 22,780 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 19,434 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 15,516 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 12,413 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 9,888 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 7,650 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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AY51 EHD is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 25,027 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY51 EHD, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY51 EHD registered?

AY51 EHD is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is AY51 EHD safe to buy?

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