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FJ53 LVG

2003 Yamaha Tzr 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,925 mi
Last recorded15,925 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Tzr 5011,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LVG
MakeYamaha
ModelTzr 50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 15,925 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2024 15,925 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 15,925 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 15,294 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 14,923 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 14,736 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 14,736 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 14,306 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 14,306 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 13,996 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 13,996 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 12,931 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 12,917 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 10,585 miles

one of four fork brace mounting bolts missing

Fail 11 Jun 2015 10,585 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

one of four fork brace mounting bolts missing

Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,579 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 9,817 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 5,347 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 5,276 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 4,097 miles

Offside 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)

horn tone getting low

o/s rear foot rest missing

Pass 15 Nov 2007 3,784 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 2,075 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tzr 50?

Based on 1,410 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
221
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 71
reflector on motorcycle missing 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Headlamp aim too high 51
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars 42
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FJ53 LVG is a 2003 Yamaha Tzr 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Tzr 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 11,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Tzr 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 LVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tzr 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha Tzr 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ53 LVG registered?

FJ53 LVG is a 2003 Yamaha Tzr 50, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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