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KE53 EXL

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,288 mi
Last recorded87,288 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 EXL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 87,288 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 87,260 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 78,388 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 70,312 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 70,312 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 62,051 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 54,952 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 47,909 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 47,909 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 41,794 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 33,373 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 29,742 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 29,742 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 21,771 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 13,036 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 13,036 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 3,986 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 3,632 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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KE53 EXL is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 21,780 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 KE53 EXL, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KE53 EXL registered?

KE53 EXL is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 20 January 2004.

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