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AF52 YYS

2002 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,141 mi
Last recorded22,141 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf16,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 YYS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 22,141 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2024 20,992 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 20,286 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

advise rear disc damaged

Pass 3 Aug 2019 20,218 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 19,569 miles

exhaust is slightly louder than standard

Fail 28 Jul 2018 19,569 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

exhaust is slightly louder than standard

Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,655 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 17,779 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 16,780 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 15,789 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 14,903 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 13,682 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 12,364 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 11,723 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2009 11,008 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 10,445 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 10,178 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,163 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

offside footpeg starting to work loose

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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AF52 YYS is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,513 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF52 YYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF52 YYS registered?

AF52 YYS is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is AF52 YYS safe to buy?

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