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Y987 FHG

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,397 mi
Last recorded25,397 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY987 FHG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 25,397 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 17,556 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 15,787 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,488 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 8,957 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 8,761 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 8,761 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,222 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 6,645 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 5,226 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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Y987 FHG is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y987 FHG, 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 Y987 FHG registered?

Y987 FHG is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y987 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y987 FHG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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