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HW02 FOP

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

28,448 mi
Last recorded28,448 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 FOP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 28,448 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 28,385 miles

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 26,056 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 26,056 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 25,898 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 25,898 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2017 25,546 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play slight play in linkage bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Nearside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

offside switchgear slightly loose

Pass 28 May 2016 23,788 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 23,464 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 23,464 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 23,391 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 May 2010 23,128 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 23,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2008 19,651 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 18,936 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 16,023 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,391 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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HW02 FOP is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HW02 FOP, 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 HW02 FOP registered?

HW02 FOP is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 22 June 2002.

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