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OU51 VWR

2001 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,604 mi
Last recorded47,604 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS100025,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 VWR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 47,604 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 46,840 miles

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

Offside Front fork dust seal split (corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2018 45,292 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 44,353 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 43,653 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 42,156 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Dec 2014 42,156 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 39,747 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Oct 2013 39,747 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 37,583 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 35,342 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 32,641 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 30,753 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 30,753 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 26,012 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 26,012 miles

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

rear tyre underinflated/ battery flat

Pass 8 Dec 2007 23,480 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 16,340 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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OU51 VWR is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OU51 VWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU51 VWR registered?

OU51 VWR is a 2001 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 October 2001.

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