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WK53 DNF

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,355 mi
Last recorded43,355 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 DNF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 43,355 miles

slight blow from exhaust at header area.

Fail 17 Jun 2026 43,355 miles

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

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

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

slight blow from exhaust at header area.

Pass 1 Jul 2025 42,710 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 41,683 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 39,190 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 38,443 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 37,475 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 37,053 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 37,053 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 35,510 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 32,470 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 30,757 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 30,757 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 25,722 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

clutch operation stiff

front tyre tread getting low

number plate lamp not working

Pass 2 May 2013 21,505 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

number plate lamp not working

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 30 Apr 2012 17,089 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 17,089 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 15,177 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 4 May 2011 15,177 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 12,630 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 11,862 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 8,979 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 8,979 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 6,661 miles

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

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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WK53 DNF is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WK53 DNF, 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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WK53 DNF is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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