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HJ52 NTE

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,091 mi
Last recorded66,091 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 NTE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 66,091 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 66,087 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 66,018 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 65,612 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 65,609 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 65,563 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 65,563 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 65,402 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 64,705 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left hand (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 64,285 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2016 64,280 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 63,688 miles

front and rear tyres squaring in tread areas

Pass 13 Jan 2009 61,249 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 2 Jan 2009 61,245 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 50,609 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 50,609 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 42,021 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 29,385 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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HJ52 NTE is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HJ52 NTE, 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 HJ52 NTE registered?

HJ52 NTE is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 14 December 2002.

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