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HF53 EKC

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,656 mi
Last recorded40,656 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 EKC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 40,656 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 37,158 miles

number plate light inop

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 32,061 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 29,056 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 26,842 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

o/s/f indi has been repaired

rear disc worn

Fail 29 Sep 2011 26,842 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

o/s/f indi has been repaired

rear disc worn

Pass 29 Sep 2010 22,507 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 22,507 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 17,102 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 12,749 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 8,895 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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HF53 EKC is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 HF53 EKC, 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 HF53 EKC registered?

HF53 EKC is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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