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YC53 NVY

2004 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,210 mi
Last recorded40,210 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FZ616,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 NVY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 40,210 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 39,780 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 39,070 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2024 39,070 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly Not returning when released (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 22,814 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 20,222 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 20,222 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 17,182 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 13,680 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 9,172 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2007 9,172 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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YC53 NVY is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FZ6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,730 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 YC53 NVY, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FZ6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YC53 NVY registered?

YC53 NVY is a 2004 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 16 February 2004.

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