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RG51 FRV

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,879 mi
Last recorded12,879 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 FRV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 12,879 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 11,728 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 11,725 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 11,520 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 10,765 miles

rear tyre near wear limit

Pass 10 Jun 2013 10,670 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 9,267 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 8,671 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 10,824 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 466 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 35,731 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 35,278 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 35,278 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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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RG51 FRV is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 RG51 FRV, 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

How do I check the history of RG51 FRV?

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What year was RG51 FRV registered?

RG51 FRV is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is RG51 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG51 FRV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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