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Y897 WEW

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,786 mi
Last recorded66,786 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY897 WEW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2013 66,786 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 56,986 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 49,659 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 43,323 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 34,487 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 26,455 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 16,158 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 10,851 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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Y897 WEW is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y897 WEW, 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.

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What year was Y897 WEW registered?

Y897 WEW is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is Y897 WEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y897 WEW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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