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CU03 HLA

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

40,587 mi
Last recorded40,587 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 HLA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 40,587 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 35,654 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 34,486 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 28 May 2013 34,486 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2012 31,757 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 31,757 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 27,927 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 27,927 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 19,585 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 7,966 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 7,966 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 7,140 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,858 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 4,858 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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CU03 HLA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 21,890 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 CU03 HLA, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CU03 HLA registered?

CU03 HLA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is CU03 HLA safe to buy?

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