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DU52 OEF

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

15,056 mi
Last recorded15,056 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 OEF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 15,056 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Frame to Linkage bearing getting worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 14,988 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 14,936 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 14,877 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 14,831 miles

Front suspension extremely hard giving limited suspension travel

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps pass switch inop (4.1.3 (a))

Rear tyre over 10 years old

dash showing fault with the motorcycle

Fail 14 May 2019 14,830 miles

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

Front suspension extremely hard giving limited suspension travel

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps pass switch inop (4.1.3 (a))

Rear tyre over 10 years old

dash showing fault with the motorcycle

Pass 21 May 2018 14,603 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,574 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 14,518 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 14,467 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 May 2014 14,354 miles

headlamp pass switch not working

Pass 13 May 2013 14,234 miles

main beam pass switch not working

Pass 16 May 2012 13,961 miles

main beam pass switch not working

Fail 14 May 2012 13,961 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

main beam pass switch not working

Pass 16 May 2011 13,226 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 11,916 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 10,593 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2008 8,365 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 8,365 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 6,293 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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DU52 OEF is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Yellow 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 DU52 OEF, 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 DU52 OEF registered?

DU52 OEF is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 17 January 2003.

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