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NK51 VJL

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,682 mi
Last recorded29,682 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 VJL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 29,682 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 29,200 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 29,135 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 28,734 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 28,334 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 28,112 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 27,881 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 27,654 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 27,654 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 26,412 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 26,380 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 26,147 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 25,454 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 25,454 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2013 25,142 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 24,901 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 24,901 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 24,474 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 24,253 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2009 23,967 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 23,967 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 23,633 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 23,433 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 23,014 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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NK51 VJL is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NK51 VJL, 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 NK51 VJL registered?

NK51 VJL is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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