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GN51 VZE

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,724 mi
Last recorded25,724 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 VZE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 25,724 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 25,724 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 25,569 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 24,947 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 24,452 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 24,081 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 22,326 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 19,616 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 916,483 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 12,042 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 11,883 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 11,060 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,456 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,113 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 8,732 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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GN51 VZE is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue 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 GN51 VZE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN51 VZE?

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What year was GN51 VZE registered?

GN51 VZE is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is GN51 VZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 VZE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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