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GK03 HHD

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,516 mi
Last recorded57,516 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 HHD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 57,516 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 52,362 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 47,033 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 42,465 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 42,413 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2013 38,568 miles

Front brake slightly binding

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 35,593 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 31,963 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 31,950 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,649 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 27,649 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 24,592 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 21,890 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 21,890 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,393 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 14,082 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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GK03 HHD is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GK03 HHD, 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 GK03 HHD registered?

GK03 HHD is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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