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CU03 HTA

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,607 mi
Last recorded38,607 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 HTA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 38,607 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2025 35,894 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 34,909 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2023 33,847 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2022 32,357 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 30,855 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 29,116 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 28,522 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 27,659 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 26,360 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,069 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2015 25,037 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 24,593 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,931 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 22,642 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 20,963 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 18,659 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 18,659 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 16,280 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 13,772 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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CU03 HTA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 CU03 HTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU03 HTA registered?

CU03 HTA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 2 August 2003.

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