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DK03 OBC

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,949 mi
Last recorded31,949 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 OBC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 31,949 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 31,928 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 31,893 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 31,752 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 31,717 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 31,709 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 31,521 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 30,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 8 Oct 2016 30,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 28,366 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 25,849 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 23,760 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 21,653 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2011 19,127 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 16,442 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 13,561 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 10,919 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 10,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 6,703 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 6,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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 OBC is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DK03 OBC, 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 OBC registered?

DK03 OBC is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is DK03 OBC safe to buy?

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