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GK51 KTE

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,333 mi
Last recorded31,333 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 KTE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 31,333 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 31,133 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 30,546 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 28,154 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 26,184 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,128 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 24,235 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 23,345 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 23,213 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 May 2010 20,853 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 20,830 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 18,158 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 13,481 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 13,481 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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GK51 KTE is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GK51 KTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK51 KTE registered?

GK51 KTE is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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