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DX53 EAY

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,467 mi
Last recorded46,467 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 EAY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 46,467 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 46,463 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 46,183 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 46,183 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 44,936 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 44,784 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 44,175 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 43,751 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Feb 2016 43,751 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Rear rear number plate light not working

Pass 6 Feb 2015 43,451 miles

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

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brakes starting to drag .

Pass 7 Feb 2014 42,636 miles

Chain guard missing

bolt missing from rear brake hose retaining bracket

Pass 30 Oct 2006 31,265 miles

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

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
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DX53 EAY is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX53 EAY, 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

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What year was DX53 EAY registered?

DX53 EAY is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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