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GK53 FNE

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,456 mi
Last recorded33,456 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 FNE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 33,456 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2021 33,456 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2020 27,113 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2020 27,113 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 22,199 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 21,781 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 20,348 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 20,075 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2016 20,050 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 19,456 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 19,173 miles

Number plate light not illuminating

Pass 10 Aug 2013 18,399 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 16,592 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 13,521 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 12,282 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 9,787 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 9,787 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 8,219 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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GK53 FNE is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,730 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 GK53 FNE, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK53 FNE registered?

GK53 FNE is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 14 February 2004.

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