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PL53 GFA

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,361 mi
Last recorded20,361 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL53 GFA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 20,361 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 19,215 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 18,484 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 16,943 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 15,743 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 14,122 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 13,740 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 11,903 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 11,903 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 10,168 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 9,452 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 5,004 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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PL53 GFA is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 PL53 GFA, 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 PL53 GFA registered?

PL53 GFA is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 3 February 2004.

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The MOT history for PL53 GFA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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