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NX53 HEU

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

33,349 mi
Last recorded33,349 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 HEU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 33,349 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 32,852 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 27,870 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 25,772 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 25,772 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 24,991 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 24,184 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 23,911 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 22,972 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 22,867 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 22,860 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 21,974 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 18,452 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 18,452 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 16,143 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 13,524 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 13,524 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 11,354 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 9,563 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 9,563 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 6,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 6,787 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 6,607 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 5,781 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 5,781 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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NX53 HEU is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NX53 HEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NX53 HEU registered?

NX53 HEU is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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