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RX53 TLV

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

40,723 mi
Last recorded40,723 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 TLV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 40,723 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 May 2026 40,723 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 39,710 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 39,012 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 38,116 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 36,897 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 36,897 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 36,538 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 34,880 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front off-side tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 32,855 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre rear tyre (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 31,392 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 29,717 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 28,238 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,238 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 27,650 miles

Centre Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,650 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,931 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 25,988 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 25,510 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 24,414 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 21,222 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 16,398 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 14,183 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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RX53 TLV is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver 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 RX53 TLV, 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 RX53 TLV registered?

RX53 TLV is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is RX53 TLV safe to buy?

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