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SV04 DFS

2003 Yamaha Fzs 1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,310 mi
Last recorded32,310 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Fzs 100022,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV04 DFS
MakeYamaha
ModelFzs 1000
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 32,310 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 32,296 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2021 31,814 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 31,814 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls switch not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 May 2020 30,370 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front brake lever has spongy feel

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 30,024 miles

Stop lamp not working on front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 26,830 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 26,096 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2016 26,089 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 25,424 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 24,216 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 22,304 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Aug 2013 22,280 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 21,249 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 35,969 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 35,878 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzs 1000?

Based on 2,988 MOT tests across 345 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
1,142
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
345
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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SV04 DFS is a 2003 Yamaha Fzs 1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Fzs 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,460 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 Fzs 1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV04 DFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzs 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha Fzs 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SV04 DFS registered?

SV04 DFS is a 2003 Yamaha Fzs 1000, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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