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HF53 MLV

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,273 mi
Last recorded39,273 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 MLV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2013 39,273 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2013 39,252 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 34,332 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 30,721 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 30,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 May 2010 26,970 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 25,831 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 25,831 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 23,940 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2008 23,940 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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 MLV is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HF53 MLV, 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 HF53 MLV registered?

HF53 MLV is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 21 February 2004.

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