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AY54 CKU

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,201 mi
Last recorded143,201 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 CKU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 143,201 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 140,179 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 137,427 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 137,392 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2011 129,429 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

chain guard missing

Pass 23 Oct 2010 108,911 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 108,852 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 90,005 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 89,947 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 72,903 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 51,718 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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AY54 CKU is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 21,780 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 AY54 CKU, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AY54 CKU is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 2 November 2004.

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