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GX03 NFK

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,612 mi
Last recorded28,612 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 NFK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 28,612 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 27,883 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 26,829 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 26,044 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 26,042 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 25,339 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 25,339 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 24,590 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2019 23,314 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 22,355 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Nov 2016 21,325 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 18,657 miles

Head lamp mask fitted at time of test

Fail 22 Aug 2015 18,657 miles

Head lamp mask fitted at time of test

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 14,935 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 13,399 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 12,453 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 11,884 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 10,879 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 10,271 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 10,271 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 10,005 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 9,373 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 5,285 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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GX03 NFK is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GX03 NFK, 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 GX03 NFK registered?

GX03 NFK is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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