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FJ53 KYR

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,835 mi
Last recorded9,835 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 KYR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 9,835 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 9,418 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

front brake leaver pivot bolt wrong type ,not impeading opporation.

Fail 10 Sep 2014 9,418 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

front brake leaver pivot bolt wrong type ,not impeading opporation.

Fail 20 Aug 2014 9,405 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

front tyre has various cuts

Pass 20 Sep 2013 9,148 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 9,075 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 8,135 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 8,135 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 6,412 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 6,408 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 4,417 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 3,233 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 13,351 miles

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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FJ53 KYR is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FJ53 KYR, 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.

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What year was FJ53 KYR registered?

FJ53 KYR is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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