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Y941 JBH

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

43,800 mi
Last recorded43,800 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY941 JBH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 43,800 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 43,800 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 43,538 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 43,238 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 42,557 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 41,883 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 41,430 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 40,645 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 40,636 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2019 40,344 miles

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned Rear reflector not central (4.8.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2019 40,344 miles

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned Rear reflector not central (4.8.2 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Replace number plate (0.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking - Lubricate (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 39,578 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 39,272 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 39,272 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play Adjust headbearings (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 38,300 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 37,581 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 34,674 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 34,674 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 31,534 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 29,093 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2011 23,861 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 23,861 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 20,487 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 16,370 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 11,890 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 8,607 miles

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

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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Y941 JBH is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y941 JBH, 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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Y941 JBH is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 3 March 2001.

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