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AY03 FAJ

2003 Yamaha FZS600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,124 mi
Last recorded28,124 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS60018,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 28,124 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 28,045 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

front tyre starting to crack

Pass 7 Jul 2021 27,675 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 27,675 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2017 26,439 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 22,788 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 21,809 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Near side foot rest bent

Slight play in shock linkage

Pass 12 Jul 2011 21,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 20,244 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 17,210 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 17,210 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 14,803 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 May 2007 13,371 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 4 May 2006 10,916 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2006 10,916 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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AY03 FAJ is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,585 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 FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY03 FAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY03 FAJ registered?

AY03 FAJ is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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