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GK03 CHX

2003 Yamaha FZS600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,166 mi
Last recorded42,166 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS60018,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 CHX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 42,166 miles

Drive chain slightly tight does have a tight spot in it (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive does have tight spot in it (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 42,137 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket missing bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket missing bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight does have a tight spot in it (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive does have tight spot in it (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 40,906 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit dunlop gpr 300 160/60/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 39,010 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 39,010 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear brake switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 38,914 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 38,079 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 36,159 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 28,648 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 28,648 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 27,381 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 25,594 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 22,926 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 21,935 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 20,636 miles

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

riders nearside footpeg loose but not insecure

Pass 21 Apr 2008 18,326 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 17,233 miles

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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GK03 CHX is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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

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 GK03 CHX, 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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GK03 CHX is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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