CarVerify

Free Car Check

CN03 CTE

2003 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,432 mi
Last recorded45,432 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS60018,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationCN03 CTE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2003
ColourBlack
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

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 45,432 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 26,015 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 May 2024 25,821 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 25,423 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 25,423 miles

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail limk seized (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2019 24,353 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2019 24,353 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 23,574 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 18,778 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2017 18,778 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 15,031 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 14,190 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 14,190 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 13,765 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 12,672 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 10,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 9,011 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 6,864 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 6,192 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
Full Yamaha FZS600 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

CN03 CTE is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,585 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 FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CN03 CTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CN03 CTE?

You can check the full history of CN03 CTE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CN03 CTE registered?

CN03 CTE is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is CN03 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN03 CTE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CN03 CTE 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 CN03 CTE. 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.