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YJ53 ZNU

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

8,733 mi
Last recorded8,733 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 ZNU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 8,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 8,644 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 8,499 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2021 8,198 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 8,027 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 5,934 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Nov 2016 4,627 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Nov 2015 2,760 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 22,156 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 22,156 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2013 20,418 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 19,905 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 19,165 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 17,863 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 15,576 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 9,985 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 8,586 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 6,894 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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YJ53 ZNU is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YJ53 ZNU, 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 YJ53 ZNU registered?

YJ53 ZNU is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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