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NK53 FGC

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,498 mi
Last recorded37,498 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 FGC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 37,498 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 36,281 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 35,155 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 35,146 miles

Offside Front Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 34,106 miles

Central Front Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 34,106 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Front Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 33,787 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 31,944 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 29,391 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 22,211 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 22,211 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 21,686 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 21,686 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 21,495 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 20,968 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 20,288 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 20,052 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 19,114 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 18,613 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 18,331 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 16,931 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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NK53 FGC is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NK53 FGC, 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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NK53 FGC is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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