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WX51 GYT

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,431 mi
Last recorded32,431 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 GYT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 32,431 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 32,406 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 31,778 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 31,019 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2019 31,019 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 28,194 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 28,111 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 27,983 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 25,684 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 24,711 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 22,555 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 18,847 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 18,847 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 13 Mar 2008 18,492 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 18,492 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 15,780 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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WX51 GYT is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WX51 GYT, 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 WX51 GYT registered?

WX51 GYT is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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