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FJ04 ZFP

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,392 mi
Last recorded47,392 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 ZFP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 47,392 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 45,234 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 44,809 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 44,809 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 44,339 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 44,339 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 43,995 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 43,994 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 41,330 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2017 39,668 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy advise exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 38,526 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake pads low

Pass 28 Mar 2015 37,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 36,375 miles

front and rear tyres low on tread

front brakes sticking slightly

front suspension stiff

Fail 20 Feb 2014 36,371 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front and rear tyres low on tread

front brakes sticking slightly

front suspension stiff

Pass 19 Mar 2013 34,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2013 34,031 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2012 32,712 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 32,282 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 31,210 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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FJ04 ZFP is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 21,780 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 FJ04 ZFP, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ04 ZFP is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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