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FY52 PYL

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,943 mi
Last recorded60,943 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 PYL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 60,943 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 54,896 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 49,597 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 44,435 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 43,953 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 43,674 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 43,235 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 42,793 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 42,763 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2017 42,420 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 40,398 miles

Rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 20 Apr 2015 38,105 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 37,543 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 35,766 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 33,760 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 3,220 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 28,595 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 26,349 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 Mar 2009 26,344 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2008 22,221 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 17,612 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 15,062 miles

Rear 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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FY52 PYL is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FY52 PYL, 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 FY52 PYL registered?

FY52 PYL is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 28 February 2003.

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