CarVerify

Free Car Check

AY53 FUW

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Grey Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

20,994 mi
Last recorded20,994 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FUW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 20,994 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 19,858 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 16,694 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 16,666 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 16,631 miles

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

gear pedal bent

Pass 28 Sep 2020 16,605 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 16,557 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 16,483 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 16,458 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 16,458 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 May 2016 16,408 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 16,178 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 15,806 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 15,605 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 14,972 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 13,324 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 11,580 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 10,241 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 9,330 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 6,012 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ6?

Based on 80,092 MOT tests across 6,801 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,069
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
6,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 975
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 358
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 326
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 308
Full Yamaha FZ6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AY53 FUW is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY53 FUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ6 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY53 FUW?

You can check the full history of AY53 FUW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY53 FUW registered?

AY53 FUW is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is AY53 FUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 FUW 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.

Does AY53 FUW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AY53 FUW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.