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EO03 ZFA

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

24,757 mi
Last recorded24,757 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 ZFA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 24,757 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 24,082 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 23,390 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 23,390 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 22,854 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 21,934 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 21,924 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 20,547 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 20,024 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 18,983 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 18,983 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 18,735 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

cut in rear tyre [no cords]

Pass 9 May 2015 18,404 miles

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

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

Fail 9 May 2015 18,404 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2014 18,305 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 18,305 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 17,989 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 16,703 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 12,800 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 10,377 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 8,401 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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EO03 ZFA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EO03 ZFA, 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 EO03 ZFA registered?

EO03 ZFA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 6 July 2003.

Is EO03 ZFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO03 ZFA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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