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YN53 FYM

2003 Yamaha TZR50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,314 mi
Last recorded17,314 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TZR509,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 FYM
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2013 17,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

handle grip worn (throttle )

Fail 4 Jun 2013 17,314 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

handle grip worn (throttle )

Fail 1 Jun 2013 17,314 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2012 17,314 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front part of front mudgaurd missing

Fail 23 May 2012 17,314 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front part of front mudgaurd missing

Pass 21 Aug 2011 17,314 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 20 Aug 2011 17,314 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 15 Sep 2010 14,949 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 14,949 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 11,912 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 11,912 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 5 Jan 2008 9,501 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 9,501 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 7,799 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TZR50?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 84
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 75
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Drive chain excessively loose 56
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YN53 FYM is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha TZR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 9,146 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 TZR50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN53 FYM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TZR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha TZR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YN53 FYM is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50, first registered on 15 December 2003.

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