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FX03 DCF

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,342 mi
Last recorded50,342 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 DCF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 50,342 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 50,028 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 49,430 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 48,423 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 47,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 46,696 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 46,696 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2017 45,098 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 42,579 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 35,002 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 26,152 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 21,580 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Oct 2012 21,580 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,057 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 14,312 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 14,312 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 6,882 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 4,798 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 4,158 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 3,640 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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FX03 DCF is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FX03 DCF, 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 FX03 DCF registered?

FX03 DCF is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is FX03 DCF safe to buy?

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