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GJ54 GSU

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,358 mi
Last recorded36,358 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ54 GSU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 36,358 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 34,902 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 34,597 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 33,650 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 33,026 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 27,938 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 26,470 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 19,132 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear tyre worn to legal limit ,advise replacement

Fail 8 Jul 2014 19,092 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 17,495 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 May 2013 17,363 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 May 2012 14,613 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 14,118 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2010 12,438 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2009 7,957 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 7,119 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 5,067 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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GJ54 GSU is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 21,780 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 GJ54 GSU, 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 22 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 GJ54 GSU registered?

GJ54 GSU is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 18 September 2004.

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