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SV51 HHF

2002 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,280 mi
Last recorded26,280 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS100023,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 HHF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 26,280 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 25,820 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 25,359 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 25,328 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working brake applyied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 24,364 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 24,340 miles

Clutch excessively stiff

Coolant leak minor

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2016 24,087 miles

clutch stiff

Fail 6 Oct 2016 24,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

clutch stiff

Pass 7 Oct 2015 23,003 miles

clutch grabbing

Pass 10 Oct 2014 22,615 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 22,485 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 22,448 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 21,310 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 19,108 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 17,618 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 17,010 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 16,370 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 15,340 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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SV51 HHF is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 23,186 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 SV51 HHF, 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 24 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 SV51 HHF registered?

SV51 HHF is a 2002 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is SV51 HHF safe to buy?

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