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FJ53 LVF

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,434 mi
Last recorded41,434 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LVF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 41,434 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 37,132 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 33,110 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 32,783 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 32,727 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 32,691 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2020 32,691 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2019 32,418 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 32,317 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 32,095 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticks on both locks (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,898 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 31,583 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 31,158 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,946 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 21,307 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 18,437 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 15,604 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 14,921 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 12,507 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 10,721 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 LVF is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LVF, 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 LVF registered?

FJ53 LVF is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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