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GN53 MSY

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

28,212 mi
Last recorded28,212 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 MSY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 28,212 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 27,969 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 27,553 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 26,620 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 26,620 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 25,784 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 25,306 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 24,381 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 23,312 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 21,907 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 20,606 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 20,606 miles

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 14 May 2015 20,061 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 18,914 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2013 18,078 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 17,213 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 15,935 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 14,866 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 13,670 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 12,193 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 11,183 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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GN53 MSY is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GN53 MSY, 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 GN53 MSY registered?

GN53 MSY is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is GN53 MSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 MSY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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