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FJ53 LVR

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,744 mi
Last recorded62,744 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LVR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2022 62,744 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 62,721 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

this motorcycle is in fantastic condition for its miles

Pass 19 Apr 2019 59,234 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 56,633 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 53,062 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 48,200 miles

headlight deflector fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2015 43,619 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 40,256 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 37,766 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 34,608 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,962 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 27,913 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 24,012 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Evidance of accident damage to front of vehicle

Headlamp aim borderline high

Headlamp deflector fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Oct 2007 21,145 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 15,458 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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FJ53 LVR is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJ53 LVR, 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 FJ53 LVR registered?

FJ53 LVR is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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