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DX03 XAV

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,162 mi
Last recorded62,162 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 XAV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 62,162 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 51,598 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2017 41,159 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2016 29,885 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 21,127 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 17,644 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 15,959 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 15,387 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 May 2011 13,563 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 12,841 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 11,730 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 11,730 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 10,498 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 8,432 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 XAV is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XAV, 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 XAV registered?

DX03 XAV is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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