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Y96 VMR

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,931 mi
Last recorded35,931 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY96 VMR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 35,931 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 34,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 33,594 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 31,518 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 29,883 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 29,883 miles

Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 26,840 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 25,895 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 24,562 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 22,998 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 21,525 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 19,710 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 19,606 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 19,606 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 18,527 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 17,720 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 17,720 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 17,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

engine cases corrosion

Pass 22 Jun 2009 16,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 14,789 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,339 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 9,774 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2005 8,165 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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Y96 VMR is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y96 VMR, 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 Y96 VMR registered?

Y96 VMR is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y96 VMR safe to buy?

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