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FY52 LYZ

2002 Yamaha Fzs 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,260 mi
Last recorded37,260 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Fzs 100025,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 LYZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFzs 1000
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 37,260 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 37,256 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 May 2025 33,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

dim/dip switch deteriorated

tyres unevenly worn

Fail 21 May 2025 33,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

dim/dip switch deteriorated

tyres unevenly worn

Pass 30 Aug 2023 33,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

dim/dip switch deteriorated

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 18 Aug 2022 33,029 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 33,029 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2006 8,865 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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FY52 LYZ is a 2002 Yamaha Fzs 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY52 LYZ, 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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What year was FY52 LYZ registered?

FY52 LYZ is a 2002 Yamaha Fzs 1000, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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