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HF51 YRY

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,616 mi
Last recorded29,616 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 YRY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 29,616 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 29,283 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 28,668 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 26,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 25,159 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 25,081 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 25,081 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 24,846 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 23,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 22,580 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 22,580 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 21,137 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 19,637 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 19,250 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 18,495 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 18,167 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 17,821 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 16,856 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 15,644 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 15,641 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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HF51 YRY is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HF51 YRY, 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 HF51 YRY registered?

HF51 YRY is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is HF51 YRY safe to buy?

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