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DX03 CDE

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,469 mi
Last recorded17,469 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 CDE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 17,469 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 17,124 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 16,193 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 16,186 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2022 15,974 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 15,781 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 15,275 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 14,356 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 14,352 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 11,967 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 10,314 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2013 10,314 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 10,219 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 10,021 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 9,918 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 9,603 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 9,360 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 7,657 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 5,683 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 4,239 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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DX03 CDE 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 95%.

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 DX03 CDE, 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 DX03 CDE registered?

DX03 CDE is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DX03 CDE safe to buy?

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