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OU51 VWS

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,658 mi
Last recorded34,658 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 VWS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2014 34,658 miles

o/s/f outer brake pad worn very close to limit.

slight bind from front brake.

Pass 29 Oct 2013 32,392 miles

rear brake spongy.

Pass 9 Nov 2012 30,804 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 28,722 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 26,770 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 25,038 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 22,269 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 19,414 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 16,891 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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OU51 VWS is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 OU51 VWS, 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 OU51 VWS registered?

OU51 VWS is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is OU51 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU51 VWS shows 9 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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