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GK52 OXS

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

31,042 mi
Last recorded31,042 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 OXS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 31,042 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 30,267 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 30,267 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 30,242 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 29,893 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 29,327 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 29,327 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 26,049 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 23,547 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 17,206 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 14,402 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 14,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 13,732 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 13,694 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 13,694 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 11,959 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 9,203 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 9,203 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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GK52 OXS is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GK52 OXS, 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 GK52 OXS registered?

GK52 OXS is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 5 September 2002.

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