CarVerify

Free Car Check

LJ03 SSV

2003 Yamaha FZ600

Red Petrol 598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,027 mi
Last recorded56,027 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ60011,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 SSV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2019 56,027 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 52,486 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 49,940 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2017 49,940 miles

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

Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 44,390 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 44,066 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 42,774 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 42,774 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 41,945 miles

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

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

front mudgaurd cracked

Pass 10 May 2012 40,371 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,107 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 32,875 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 27,168 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 27,168 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 22,657 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 22,657 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2006 20,090 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ600?

Based on 2,177 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Full Yamaha FZ600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LJ03 SSV is a 2003 Yamaha FZ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 11,073 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 FZ600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ03 SSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ03 SSV?

You can check the full history of LJ03 SSV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LJ03 SSV registered?

LJ03 SSV is a 2003 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is LJ03 SSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 SSV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ03 SSV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LJ03 SSV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.