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BU04 UWJ

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,187 mi
Last recorded28,187 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 UWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 28,187 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 28,172 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 23,037 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 19,166 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 13,163 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,528 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 6,408 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 4,811 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 48,811 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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BU04 UWJ is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BU04 UWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 UWJ registered?

BU04 UWJ is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is BU04 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 UWJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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