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MT53 OZF

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,286 mi
Last recorded26,286 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 OZF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 26,286 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 25,546 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 24,044 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 22,154 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 21,621 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 20,756 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 18,898 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 17,864 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 17,471 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 17,271 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 17,471 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 16,228 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,954 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 15,605 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 15,448 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 15,448 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 14,451 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 13,960 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 13,960 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 12,977 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 11,233 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 9,692 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 9,658 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 5,364 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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MT53 OZF is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,730 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 MT53 OZF, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT53 OZF registered?

MT53 OZF is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 27 February 2004.

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