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BD02 HJA

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

38,661 mi
Last recorded38,661 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 HJA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 38,661 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned steering slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 37,770 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 37,323 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 36,942 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 36,497 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 35,084 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 33,809 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 33,052 miles

handlebars misaligned on top yoke,makes bike feel like steering off central,adjustment required

Pass 12 Oct 2017 31,867 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 31,815 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 31,815 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 30,840 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 27,508 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front brake binding lightly,not bad enough to fail

Fail 16 Nov 2013 25,636 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 25,636 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 21,261 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 21,261 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 19,268 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 17,562 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 14,886 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 14,884 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 12,991 miles

engine oil quantity too high.advise customer to drain some out

Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,408 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 6,969 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 6,509 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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BD02 HJA is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 BD02 HJA, 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 BD02 HJA registered?

BD02 HJA is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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