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FG51 ZVS

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,797 mi
Last recorded29,797 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 ZVS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 29,797 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 29,797 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 29,717 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,135 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 28,382 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 28,381 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2009 25,424 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 22,840 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 18,932 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 14,644 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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FG51 ZVS is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG51 ZVS, 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.

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What year was FG51 ZVS registered?

FG51 ZVS is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is FG51 ZVS safe to buy?

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