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LK53 JZW

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

68,930 mi
Last recorded68,930 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 JZW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 68,930 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 68,771 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 68,339 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 67,527 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 67,527 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 66,779 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 65,324 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 63,880 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 63,880 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 May 2015 59,659 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 48,375 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 32,644 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 32,636 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 May 2012 19,457 miles

rear number plate holder loose

Pass 7 Jun 2011 12,053 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 10,537 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 10,110 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 10,110 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 14,644 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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LK53 JZW is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LK53 JZW, 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.

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What year was LK53 JZW registered?

LK53 JZW is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 17 November 2003.

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