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FX51 DZB

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,972 mi
Last recorded36,972 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 DZB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 36,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 35,019 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 33,887 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 33,237 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 30,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 29,051 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 29,051 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 May 2019 27,649 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 27,598 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 25,705 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 25,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 22,826 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 21,146 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 18,690 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 18,690 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 17,364 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,038 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 11,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 9,571 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2007 9,571 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 7,521 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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FX51 DZB is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FX51 DZB, 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 FX51 DZB registered?

FX51 DZB is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FX51 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 DZB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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