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CX53 BUA

2003 Yamaha FZS1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

41,262 mi
Last recorded41,262 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS100021,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 BUA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 41,262 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 40,439 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 40,074 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 38,542 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 37,447 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 35,815 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 34,674 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 33,597 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 32,192 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 32,170 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 30,825 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 30,790 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 29,778 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 29,778 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 28,272 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,061 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 27,913 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 27,040 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 27,040 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 25,693 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 May 2008 25,693 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2007 23,041 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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CX53 BUA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 CX53 BUA, 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 CX53 BUA registered?

CX53 BUA is a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 9 October 2003.

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