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EXZ 1872

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,637 mi
Last recorded32,637 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXZ 1872
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 32,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 32,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 31,115 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 28,365 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 26,444 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 24,724 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 23,353 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 20,062 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 18,179 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 18,179 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,788 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 14,228 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 12,459 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 7,366 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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EXZ 1872 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 85.7%.

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 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 EXZ 1872, 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 EXZ 1872 registered?

EXZ 1872 is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is EXZ 1872 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXZ 1872 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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