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FG52 MFO

2002 Yamaha R1

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

24,928 mi
Last recorded24,928 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R116,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 MFO
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year2002
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 24,928 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2025 24,919 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 22,933 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 22,916 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 22,863 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 22,863 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements small number plate fitted (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 22,835 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 22,811 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 21,700 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 21,673 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 19,768 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 17,480 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 16,575 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 15,120 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2013 12,634 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 11,137 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 9,588 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 8,263 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 8,263 miles

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 4,986 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 3,972 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 3,972 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 1,331 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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FG52 MFO is a 2002 Yamaha R1 in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,575 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 R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG52 MFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG52 MFO registered?

FG52 MFO is a 2002 Yamaha R1, first registered on 24 October 2002.

Is FG52 MFO safe to buy?

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