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Y151 XAG

2001 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,096 mi
Last recorded46,096 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF100017,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY151 XAG
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 46,096 miles

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

both tyres show signs of ageing

Pass 31 Jul 2015 45,994 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 45,517 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 42,185 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 42,134 miles

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))

Pass 2 Jul 2011 38,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 30,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 19,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2008 12,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 12,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2007 9,655 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 9,218 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?

Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 382
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 342
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 263
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 184
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Y151 XAG is a 2001 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 17,598 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 YZF1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y151 XAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y151 XAG is a 2001 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 12 May 2001.

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