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WA53 HPU

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

30,341 mi
Last recorded30,341 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 HPU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 30,341 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 30,336 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 29,399 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 29,391 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2020 27,322 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 21,316 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 1 May 2019 21,314 miles

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

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 21,313 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 19,101 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 18,593 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 16,740 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 15,551 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 15,434 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,434 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 15,279 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 14,698 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 14,234 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 12,033 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 12,033 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 8,767 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 7,546 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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WA53 HPU is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WA53 HPU, 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 WA53 HPU registered?

WA53 HPU is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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