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YJ53 ZYA

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

16,588 mi
Last recorded16,588 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 ZYA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 16,588 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 16,315 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Apr 2019 15,843 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fairing cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on offside (2.4 (a))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 15,843 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fairing cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on offside (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 14,647 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 13,865 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 13,836 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 13,693 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 13,358 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 13,246 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 12,863 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 12,041 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2011 12,041 miles

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2009 10,844 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 10,844 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 9,777 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 9,735 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 6,488 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 2,474 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 ZYA is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YJ53 ZYA, 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 ZYA registered?

YJ53 ZYA is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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