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CU53 ETR

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,990 mi
Last recorded38,990 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 ETR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 38,990 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 38,805 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 38,738 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 38,686 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 38,466 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 37,929 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 37,421 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 35,698 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 33,942 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 33,660 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 32,862 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 30,327 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,475 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,065 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 16,726 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 14,925 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 13,429 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 13,429 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2008 11,263 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 9,845 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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CU53 ETR is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 CU53 ETR, 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 CU53 ETR registered?

CU53 ETR is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is CU53 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 ETR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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