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WX51 LNR

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

137,815 mi
Last recorded137,815 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 LNR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 137,815 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 143,709 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 133,633 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 132,240 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 129,832 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 128,415 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 127,488 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 126,947 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 126,133 miles

has cut in rear tyre but not deep enough to expose cord

Pass 25 Mar 2014 120,543 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 115,271 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 108,716 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 102,743 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 92,712 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 Oct 2009 92,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Oct 2008 80,582 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 62,369 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 45,533 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 45,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

1) All brake unions fitted with anodised banjos.

Pass 29 Sep 2005 33,270 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 LNR is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WX51 LNR, 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 LNR registered?

WX51 LNR is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 2 September 2001.

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