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AY51 HHU

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,670 mi
Last recorded28,670 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 HHU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 28,670 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Dec 2018 28,206 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 27,680 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 27,421 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 27,156 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 26,877 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 25,373 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 25,275 miles

Although not an MOT failure the headlamp pass light is not working.

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 25,263 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Although not an MOT failure the headlamp pass light is not working.

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 24,943 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 23,951 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 23,951 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 22,772 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 22,772 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 21,744 miles

one tail light not working

Fail 28 Apr 2008 21,744 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

one tail light not working

Pass 4 Dec 2006 20,940 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 18,538 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 HHU is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AY51 HHU, 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 HHU registered?

AY51 HHU is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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