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CX03 HBJ

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,603 mi
Last recorded56,603 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 HBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 56,603 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 54,397 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 52,630 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 50,593 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 49,770 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 48,507 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 48,494 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 46,840 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2018 46,840 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 45,183 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 42,743 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 42,732 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 40,389 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 38,566 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 36,332 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 34,428 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 33,285 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 31,642 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 29,931 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 26,839 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 19,962 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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CX03 HBJ is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CX03 HBJ, 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 CX03 HBJ registered?

CX03 HBJ is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is CX03 HBJ safe to buy?

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