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BD51 VCM

2002 Yamaha Fzs 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

43,679 mi
Last recorded43,679 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Fzs 100025,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 VCM
MakeYamaha
ModelFzs 1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 43,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 42,606 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 40,192 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 36,317 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 35,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake component slightly loose incorrect fitting bolts used some not squarely fitted but disc secure (1.1.21 (c))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 35,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake component slightly loose incorrect fitting bolts used some not squarely fitted but disc secure (1.1.21 (c))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 35,106 miles

Rear Brake component slightly loose brake disc mounting bolts, two different types of bolt, several not squarely fitted (1.1.21 (c))

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

Fail 18 Aug 2020 35,106 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake component slightly loose brake disc mounting bolts, two different types of bolt, several not squarely fitted (1.1.21 (c))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 35,029 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 36,450 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 34,216 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 33,536 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 33,152 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 32,075 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 30,883 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 13 Sep 2011 29,365 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 27,382 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 26,186 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 24,359 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzs 1000?

Based on 2,988 MOT tests across 345 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
1,142
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
345
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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BD51 VCM is a 2002 Yamaha Fzs 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Fzs 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 25,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzs 1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD51 VCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzs 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha Fzs 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BD51 VCM is a 2002 Yamaha Fzs 1000, first registered on 5 January 2002.

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