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GN03 ZCU

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,409 mi
Last recorded40,409 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 ZCU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 40,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 40,390 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 40,157 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 40,148 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 38,983 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 37,215 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 35,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 35,158 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 33,419 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 28,420 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 25,944 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 19,912 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 15,580 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 11,175 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 8,708 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 8,440 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 8,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

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 ZCU is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GN03 ZCU, 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 GN03 ZCU registered?

GN03 ZCU is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is GN03 ZCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 ZCU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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