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YN04 YVT

2004 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,398 mi
Last recorded29,398 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZS100021,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN04 YVT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 29,398 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 29,398 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 29,055 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 28,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2021 26,803 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 26,803 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Offside Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Switch Gear insecure (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 26,317 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 25,849 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 24,920 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 22,316 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Number plate mounting slightly insecure

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 21,731 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 21,562 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 18,793 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 14,681 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 13,170 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,329 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 9,663 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 8,969 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 7,603 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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YN04 YVT is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YN04 YVT, 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 YN04 YVT registered?

YN04 YVT is a 2004 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 17 May 2004.

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