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B5 DRL

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,584 mi
Last recorded29,584 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 DRL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 29,584 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 29,407 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 28,593 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 28,282 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 28,024 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 27,341 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 25,870 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 23,647 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 19,847 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 17,153 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 15,843 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 14,005 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 12,687 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 11,565 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 10,792 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 10,043 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 9,129 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 8,350 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 7,660 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 6,719 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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B5 DRL is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B5 DRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B5 DRL registered?

B5 DRL is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 22 April 2002.

Is B5 DRL safe to buy?

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