YAMAHA YFZ350 (2003)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 47 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
47
Avg Mileage
231 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,240
Is the 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the YAMAHA brand average of 92%.
At 21 years old, 100% of YAMAHA YFZ350s from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 47 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 231 miles.
How does the 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350 has 231 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350
The 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350 is a city car with a 350cc petrol engine. 47 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 0% of all 2003 cars for reliability.
With an average of 231 miles at 21 years old, YAMAHA YFZ350 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2003 YAMAHA YFZ350 Fuel Costs
The modest 350cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,240 (£103/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350
At 21 years old, the YAMAHA YFZ350 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 47 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2003 YAMAHA YFZ350
The YAMAHA YFZ350 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- SMART (MCC) CITY COUPE (2003) 72% pass rate (-28%) from 1,838 tests
- CHEVROLET MATIZ (2005) 65% pass rate (-35%) from 1,108 tests
- SMART (MCC) FORTWO COUPE (2005) 69% pass rate (-31%) from 1,087 tests
- JAGUAR XJ (2001) 79% pass rate (-21%) from 972 tests