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DX03 KWC

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,555 mi
Last recorded32,555 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 KWC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 32,555 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 31,445 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 31,171 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 31,044 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 30,823 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 30,120 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 28,659 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 26,077 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 25,448 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 25,448 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 24,347 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 24,347 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 23,539 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 28 May 2011 22,925 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 22,258 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 20,004 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 9 May 2008 20,004 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 17,397 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 12,615 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 KWC is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DX03 KWC, 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.

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What year was DX03 KWC registered?

DX03 KWC is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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