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KP51 THZ

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,060 mi
Last recorded46,060 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 THZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 46,060 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 40,000 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 33,940 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 33,934 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 29,791 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 29,739 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 29,620 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

battery terminal

Fail 8 Jul 2020 29,620 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

battery terminal

Pass 5 Jul 2019 29,484 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 29,484 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 29,038 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 28,495 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 28,262 miles

o/s fork seal slight leak

Pass 29 May 2015 27,933 miles

front tyre worn to legal limit

Pass 13 May 2014 27,560 miles

front tyre worn to excess

Pass 11 May 2013 26,963 miles

front tyre worn to excess

Pass 26 May 2012 26,539 miles

front tyres worn to excess

Pass 13 Aug 2010 23,682 miles

chain slack

slight wear on chain

Pass 6 Jul 2009 23,464 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 22,879 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 21,853 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 20,394 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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KP51 THZ is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KP51 THZ, 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 KP51 THZ registered?

KP51 THZ is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 16 December 2001.

Is KP51 THZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP51 THZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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