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BN52 FBY

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

24,726 mi
Last recorded24,726 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 FBY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 24,726 miles

throttle cable broken but not operating incorrectly

Fail 28 Jul 2025 24,698 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))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

throttle cable broken but not operating incorrectly

Pass 2 Jul 2024 21,244 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2024 21,244 miles

Front Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 18,917 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 18,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 17,172 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 16,400 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 14,877 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 14,869 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 14,764 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 14,450 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 14,247 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 13,913 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 13,913 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 13,183 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 12,626 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 11,772 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 11,765 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 9,307 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 8,666 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2008 8,666 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 7,124 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 5,397 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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BN52 FBY is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 BN52 FBY, 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 BN52 FBY registered?

BN52 FBY is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 6 December 2002.

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