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DX53 DVF

2003 Yamaha TZR50

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

22,340 mi
Last recorded22,340 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TZR509,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 DVF
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR50
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 22,340 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed next to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 22,340 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed next to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 21,966 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 21,966 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable Tyre rotation fitted wrong way (5.2.3 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired Lens loose but not likely to become detached (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2015 21,633 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

front fender loose

Pass 7 Oct 2013 16,254 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 16,242 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 16,216 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 16,216 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 16,208 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

nearside mirror insecure

side stand nut missing but not insecure

Pass 3 Sep 2011 16,174 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2010 16,158 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 16,158 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2009 16,158 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 16,158 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2007 14,384 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

fairings slighty loose

Fail 29 Oct 2007 14,363 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 12,509 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 12,509 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha TZR50?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 84
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Drive chain excessively loose 56
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DX53 DVF is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50 in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha TZR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 9,146 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 TZR50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX53 DVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TZR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha TZR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DX53 DVF is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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