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FD03 XNL

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

56,931 mi
Last recorded56,931 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 XNL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 56,931 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

FRONT BRAKE PADS, BACKING CORRODED

Fail 12 Apr 2021 56,931 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

FRONT BRAKE PADS, BACKING CORRODED

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 53,562 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 50,692 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 46,537 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 42,979 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 42,441 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 41,519 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 39,008 miles

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

n/s footpeg bolt rubber

Pass 25 Jun 2012 35,866 miles

One parking light inoperative.

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 34,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

One postion light bulb inoperative.

Pass 7 Jul 2011 34,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

One postion light bulb inoperative.

Pass 15 Jun 2010 30,343 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,776 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 23,975 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 19,423 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 16,300 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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FD03 XNL is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FD03 XNL, 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 FD03 XNL registered?

FD03 XNL is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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