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HF53 FWJ

2003 Yamaha TZR50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,099 mi
Last recorded6,099 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TZR509,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 FWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2015 6,099 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 6,099 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 6,090 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 6,090 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 20 May 2010 6,090 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 6,090 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 6,090 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 4,357 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 4,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 558 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TZR50?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 84
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Drive chain excessively loose 56
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HF53 FWJ is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha TZR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 9,146 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 TZR50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF53 FWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TZR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha TZR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF53 FWJ registered?

HF53 FWJ is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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