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KE51 FTK

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,853 mi
Last recorded48,853 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 FTK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 48,853 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 48,770 miles

After market exhaust fitted

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 48,749 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 48,637 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 48,388 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 47,871 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 47,871 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 47,198 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 46,403 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 45,705 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 44,477 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 May 2014 43,424 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear shocker has slight play in rear bush

Fail 26 Apr 2013 42,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 42,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 41,750 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2010 40,760 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 40,760 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 39,598 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 38,254 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 35,895 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 33,889 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 FTK is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KE51 FTK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE51 FTK registered?

KE51 FTK is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 17 September 2001.

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