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Y928 XAE

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,364 mi
Last recorded19,364 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY928 XAE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 19,364 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 18,697 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 18,006 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 17,467 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 16,759 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 16,371 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 16,371 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 15,482 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 14,766 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 14,370 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2017 14,370 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play top yoke nut loose (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 13,710 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 5 Apr 2016 13,710 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 13,094 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 13,094 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 12,577 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 12,284 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 11,543 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 10,306 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 7,648 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,007 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 3,246 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 4,633 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 154 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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Y928 XAE is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y928 XAE, 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 Y928 XAE registered?

Y928 XAE is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 4 August 2001.

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