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HF03 KFT

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

76,246 mi
Last recorded76,246 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 KFT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 76,246 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil RH Fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 75,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 74,514 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 74,514 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

chain oiler vacuum connector split and letting in air

Pass 18 Nov 2022 73,542 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 73,540 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 71,523 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 71,523 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 67,832 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear brake binding slightly

fairings fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2017 66,724 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 64,229 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 59,742 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 54,525 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 51,657 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 46,735 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 44,321 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 42,175 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 37,234 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 25,780 miles

ajust rear brake stopswtich.

clean out vent holes in rear rotor.

drive chain alittle tight.

front tyre tread getting low.

rear brake hose close to rear wheel,refit correctly.

trim back heated grip rubbers to allow throttle to return correctly.

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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HF03 KFT is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HF03 KFT, 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 HF03 KFT registered?

HF03 KFT is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 10 April 2003.

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