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DX03 FMY

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

30,890 mi
Last recorded30,890 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 FMY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 30,890 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 30,732 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 30,626 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 30,414 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 30,414 miles

Rear Chain guard slightly loose hugger (6.1.7 (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 30,198 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 29,588 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 29,499 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 29,458 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 28,827 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 28,161 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 27,205 miles

Handgrips worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 24,911 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 23,098 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 19,839 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 16,521 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2008 12,951 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 9,145 miles

N/S/F flasher colour

Pass 3 May 2006 7,683 miles

Yellow headlamp covers fitted

Fail 2 May 2006 7,683 miles

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

Yellow headlamp covers fitted

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 FMY is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black 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 FMY, 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 FMY registered?

DX03 FMY is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is DX03 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 FMY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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