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KE51 FSO

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,470 mi
Last recorded44,470 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 FSO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 44,470 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 43,941 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 43,665 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 43,484 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2014 37,222 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 43,103 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 42,630 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 42,284 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2010 36,852 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 30,428 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 26,003 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 21,772 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 16,455 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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KE51 FSO is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 25,027 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 KE51 FSO, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KE51 FSO registered?

KE51 FSO is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is KE51 FSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 FSO shows 13 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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