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DEZ 1542

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,922 mi
Last recorded46,922 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEZ 1542
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 46,922 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 46,922 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 46,284 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 45,883 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,095 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 45,083 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2013 43,672 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2012 41,508 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 41,508 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 39,426 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2010 36,150 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 30,592 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 30,387 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 23,691 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 23,691 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2005 22,985 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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DEZ 1542 is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DEZ 1542, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DEZ 1542 registered?

DEZ 1542 is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is DEZ 1542 safe to buy?

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