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GU52 XHW

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,606 mi
Last recorded5,606 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XHW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2025 5,606 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 5,438 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 5,414 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 5,402 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 5,109 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 4,828 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 4,501 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 3,608 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 2,710 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 1,850 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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GU52 XHW is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU52 XHW, 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 GU52 XHW registered?

GU52 XHW is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is GU52 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 XHW shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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