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BJ03 HFZ

2003 Yamaha FZS600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,382 mi
Last recorded37,382 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZS60018,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 HFZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 37,382 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 37,331 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 37,331 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 36,932 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 36,932 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2021 36,834 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 36,734 miles

Exhaust manifold stud broken.

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 36,419 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 35,727 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 31,937 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 31,448 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,706 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 25,751 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 16,364 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 16,364 miles

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,061 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 14,868 miles

offside riders footpeg loose but not insecure

Fail 16 Apr 2010 14,838 miles

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

offside riders footpeg loose but not insecure

Pass 7 May 2009 14,299 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 13,374 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 12,386 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 9,900 miles

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

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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BJ03 HFZ is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BJ03 HFZ, 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.

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BJ03 HFZ is a 2003 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 26 April 2003.

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