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GX51 OVF

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,409 mi
Last recorded66,409 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 OVF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 66,409 miles

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 26 Aug 2017 66,409 miles

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 61,989 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 38,598 miles

front and rear tyres nearing limit in centre of tread

Pass 4 Sep 2014 36,026 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 33,544 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 32,364 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 29,646 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 29,646 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 27,206 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 23,645 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 21,766 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 18,666 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 15,302 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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GX51 OVF is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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

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 GX51 OVF, 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 GX51 OVF registered?

GX51 OVF is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 15 September 2001.

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