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FG03 CDU

2003 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,409 mi
Last recorded53,409 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS60018,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 CDU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 53,409 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 53,409 miles

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

Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 51,891 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 50,267 miles

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

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 48,056 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 46,127 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 43,529 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 42,830 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 40,820 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 38,830 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 38,030 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 37,854 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 May 2011 36,253 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 31,858 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 27,881 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Mar 2008 21,992 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 15,042 miles

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

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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FG03 CDU is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG03 CDU, 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.

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What year was FG03 CDU registered?

FG03 CDU is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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