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SN53 FZR

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,941 mi
Last recorded42,941 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 FZR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 42,941 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 42,788 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 42,068 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 39,570 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2022 39,570 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 39,286 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 38,632 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 37,915 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 34,408 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 32,649 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 30,182 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 30,182 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 25,565 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 20,319 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 15,574 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 15,142 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 14,195 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 13,561 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 12,502 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 10,568 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 7,905 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 7,905 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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SN53 FZR is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SN53 FZR, 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 SN53 FZR registered?

SN53 FZR is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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The MOT history for SN53 FZR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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