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HEC 85

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,569 mi
Last recorded30,569 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEC 85
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 30,569 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 30,424 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 29,602 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 28,578 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 27,820 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 27,798 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 27,290 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 26,633 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 26,134 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 24,780 miles

Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 22,893 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 21,701 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 21,692 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 20,995 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 19,038 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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HEC 85 is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HEC 85, 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 HEC 85 registered?

HEC 85 is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is HEC 85 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEC 85 shows 15 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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