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LK53 EKW

2003 Yamaha TZR50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,377 mi
Last recorded4,377 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TZR509,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 EKW
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 4,377 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2015 4,377 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2015 4,377 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil OFFSIDE (2.3.3)

Fuel system component leaking CARB (7.2.1a)

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

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied REAR (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged FRONT (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 3,890 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 3 Oct 2009 3,890 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no plate lamp not working

Fail 19 Aug 2006 3,890 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

exhaust fouling swing arm

Nail in rear tyre

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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LK53 EKW is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LK53 EKW, 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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LK53 EKW is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50, first registered on 6 October 2003.

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