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DX03 DFK

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

26,081 mi
Last recorded26,081 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 DFK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 26,081 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 26,073 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 26,068 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 26,050 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 25,666 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 25,592 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 25,398 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,506 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,506 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 23,392 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 22,476 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 21,775 miles

rear tyre on limit

Pass 23 Sep 2011 18,620 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 17,658 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 17,658 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 13,820 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 10,974 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 7,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 7,251 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 DFK is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DFK, 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 DFK registered?

DX03 DFK is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is DX03 DFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 DFK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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