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GN53 MTO

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,499 mi
Last recorded34,499 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 MTO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 34,499 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 34,300 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 33,099 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 33,020 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 32,896 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 32,543 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 32,090 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 30,545 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

front brake slightly binding/wheel stiff to turn by hand

Pass 18 Feb 2013 29,127 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2011 26,743 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 26,731 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 17,270 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 77,107 miles

Clutch cable is stretched beyond adjusters range.

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2008 64,696 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 48,825 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 37,334 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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GN53 MTO is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GN53 MTO, 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 GN53 MTO registered?

GN53 MTO is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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