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LJ03 HVE

2003 Yamaha FZS600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

47,310 mi
Last recorded47,310 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS60018,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 HVE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 47,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 46,020 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2024 46,005 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 44,278 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits smoke

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 44,238 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 44,226 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 43,012 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 40,734 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 40,734 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 38,561 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 36,450 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 33,452 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 32,260 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 31,970 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 31,302 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 30,862 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 29,241 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 29,507 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 29,507 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 23,233 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 23,233 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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LJ03 HVE is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,585 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 FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ03 HVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ03 HVE registered?

LJ03 HVE is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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