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PO53 HWM

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

32,606 mi
Last recorded32,606 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 HWM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 32,606 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 31,302 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 30,086 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 30,085 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2022 28,720 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2022 28,720 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 26,094 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 24,752 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 20,691 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 17,832 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 15,243 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 12,307 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 12,307 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 10,904 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 10,582 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 9,565 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 8,583 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 8,402 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 8,402 miles

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 7,175 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 5,467 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre begining to crack (not exsessive)

nail in rear tyre (not leaking)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 5,312 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 4,404 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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PO53 HWM is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PO53 HWM, 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 PO53 HWM registered?

PO53 HWM is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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