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FP51 TGJ

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,197 mi
Last recorded44,197 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 TGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 44,197 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 43,970 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 43,599 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 43,466 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 43,225 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 42,920 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 42,555 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 42,518 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 42,518 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2012 42,412 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 42,316 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 42,310 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 42,225 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 42,137 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 15 Dec 2005 41,620 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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FP51 TGJ is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FP51 TGJ, 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 FP51 TGJ registered?

FP51 TGJ is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is FP51 TGJ safe to buy?

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