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GN03 HDX

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,709 mi
Last recorded51,709 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 HDX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 51,709 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front DISC PADS - WORN / UNEVAN WEAR

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 51,696 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front DISC PADS - WORN / UNEVAN WEAR

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 46,322 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 46,322 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2014 41,976 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 29 May 2014 41,967 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 38,676 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 37,780 miles

The steering movement is notchy

Pass 30 Aug 2008 30,877 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 24,161 miles

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

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

the rear reflector is minimal

Fail 25 Aug 2007 24,066 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

THe rear reflector is minimal..

Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,650 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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GN03 HDX is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GN03 HDX, 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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GN03 HDX is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 12 April 2003.

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