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GH02 TEX

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,019 mi
Last recorded18,019 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGH02 TEX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 18,019 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 17,735 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 17,530 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 17,530 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 17,318 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 16,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 14,546 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 35,104 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 32,929 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 32,234 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 31,289 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 29,358 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 May 2012 29,358 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 28,129 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 25,896 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 23,747 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 23,052 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 23,052 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 22,077 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 21,403 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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GH02 TEX is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 23,186 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 GH02 TEX, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GH02 TEX registered?

GH02 TEX is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 April 2002.

Is GH02 TEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GH02 TEX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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