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CU03 ESV

2003 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,925 mi
Last recorded45,925 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS60018,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 ESV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 45,925 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2021 45,010 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 43,616 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2019 43,616 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 38,507 miles

slight play in front wheel bearing

Pass 11 Oct 2017 34,620 miles

chain o rings split

headlight images poor

Pass 24 Sep 2016 33,037 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 33,037 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 29,197 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 28,203 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,358 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 20,853 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 17,544 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 17,530 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 17,165 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake slightly binding

Pass 16 Apr 2008 15,085 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 12,054 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 12,054 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 8,565 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
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CU03 ESV is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600 in Red 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 CU03 ESV, 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

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What year was CU03 ESV registered?

CU03 ESV is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 19 March 2003.

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