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FA51 PEP

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,368 mi
Last recorded46,368 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA51 PEP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 46,368 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 45,946 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 45,686 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 45,487 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 44,325 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 42,701 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 40,284 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 33,818 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 27,098 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 21,006 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 14,894 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 11,335 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 31,929 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 26,979 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 25,618 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 12 May 2008 23,568 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2008 23,568 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 20,438 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 14,764 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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FA51 PEP is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FA51 PEP, 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 FA51 PEP registered?

FA51 PEP is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is FA51 PEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA51 PEP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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