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KE51 FSZ

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,420 mi
Last recorded25,420 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 FSZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 25,420 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 25,116 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 25,094 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 25,071 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 24,571 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 22,473 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 21,548 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 20,877 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 20,052 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 18,207 miles

slight movement in rear suspension linkage

Pass 29 Jul 2011 15,081 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

The rear tyre has got a repair in it.

Pass 30 Jun 2010 12,652 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 12,652 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 12,190 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 11,476 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 11,476 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 7,835 miles

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

headlamp aim on the lowest setting

Pass 22 Mar 2006 7,740 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 FSZ is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FSZ, 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 FSZ registered?

KE51 FSZ is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KE51 FSZ safe to buy?

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