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AY53 FLB

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,780 mi
Last recorded32,780 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FLB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 32,780 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headset Stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper Rear Suspension Bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 31,006 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 30,190 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 30,190 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 28,274 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 24,882 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 20,952 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 20,580 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 17,429 miles

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

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

front fork seals perrished

Fail 27 Jun 2013 17,421 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

tyres>covered in lube/oil or cleaning agent>>very slippery

Pass 18 Jun 2012 13,177 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 13,177 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2011 12,176 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 10,999 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 9,789 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 8,915 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 8,915 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 7,229 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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AY53 FLB is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AY53 FLB, 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 AY53 FLB registered?

AY53 FLB is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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