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HF03 LMX

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

41,988 mi
Last recorded41,988 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 LMX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 41,988 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 41,172 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 37,666 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 34,492 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 33,390 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 29,377 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 24,928 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 22,292 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 18,753 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 17,267 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 15,323 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 12,201 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 9,159 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 6,870 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 6,370 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 6,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2007 6,218 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 4,835 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2006 4,835 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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HF03 LMX is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 21,890 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HF03 LMX, 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 LMX registered?

HF03 LMX is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is HF03 LMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 LMX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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