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FJ53 VBG

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,618 mi
Last recorded24,618 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 VBG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2008 24,618 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 21,005 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 17,314 miles

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

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 VBG is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 VBG, 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 VBG registered?

FJ53 VBG is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FJ53 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ53 VBG shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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