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FX53 FZR

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,972 mi
Last recorded39,972 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 FZR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 39,972 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 39,968 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 38,906 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 37,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 36,981 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 34,719 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 31,589 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 29,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 25,617 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 22,224 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 18,193 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 13,241 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 9,365 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 8,048 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 6,852 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 5,509 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 4,353 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 3,996 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 3,321 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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FX53 FZR is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 FX53 FZR, 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

How do I check the history of FX53 FZR?

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What year was FX53 FZR registered?

FX53 FZR is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FX53 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 FZR shows 19 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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