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CN54 EXT

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

100,346 mi
Last recorded100,346 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN54 EXT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 100,346 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 99,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 98,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 96,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 96,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 93,097 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 89,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 88,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 86,675 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2018 86,668 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 85,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

N/S front caliper worn

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 84,897 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 82,539 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 82,539 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 70,825 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake dragging slightly

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 57,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brakes dragging slightly

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 46,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 33,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2011 33,013 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 20,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brakes rubbing slightly

Pass 4 Dec 2009 9,969 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 8,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 8,206 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,175 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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CN54 EXT is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 CN54 EXT, 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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CN54 EXT is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 25 October 2004.

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