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RA51 VSC

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,304 mi
Last recorded7,304 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 VSC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 7,304 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 7,304 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front right inner pad close to legal minimum. (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 6,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 6,659 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 6,466 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 5,789 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 5,741 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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RA51 VSC is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 RA51 VSC, 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 RA51 VSC registered?

RA51 VSC is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is RA51 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 VSC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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