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DK03 FNG

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,843 mi
Last recorded48,843 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 FNG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 48,843 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 47,990 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 42,032 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 41,752 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 41,161 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 40,066 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 37,585 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 36,195 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 34,303 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 30,194 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,980 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 25,980 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2014 24,577 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 22,563 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 21,558 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 19,717 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 18,635 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 17,807 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 16,548 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 14,751 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 12,000 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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DK03 FNG is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK03 FNG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK03 FNG registered?

DK03 FNG is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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The MOT history for DK03 FNG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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