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HX53 YNB

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,968 mi
Last recorded17,968 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 YNB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 17,968 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 17,963 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 16,040 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 16,014 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2023 14,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 14,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 13,931 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 12,433 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 11,778 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Feb 2015 18,918 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 18,383 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 17,621 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 17,621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 13,346 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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HX53 YNB is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HX53 YNB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX53 YNB registered?

HX53 YNB is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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