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Y97 AAB

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,426 mi
Last recorded47,426 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY97 AAB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 47,426 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 46,766 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 46,494 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 45,972 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 45,763 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 45,397 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 44,072 miles

slight play in head bearing

Pass 11 May 2015 43,234 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 42,260 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 40,229 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 38,439 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 35,195 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 32,107 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 28,973 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 26,540 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 23,119 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 18,957 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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Y97 AAB is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 Y97 AAB, 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 Y97 AAB registered?

Y97 AAB is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is Y97 AAB safe to buy?

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