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HW53 FYH

2003 Yamaha FZ6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,166 mi
Last recorded42,166 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZ618,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FYH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 42,166 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 21,549 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 19,096 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 19,096 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 18,195 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 10,788 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 10,778 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 10,680 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 9,770 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 9,767 miles

Advise rear tyre shape may effect handling

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 7,032 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 7,032 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2007 5,354 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 3,936 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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HW53 FYH is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HW53 FYH, 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 HW53 FYH registered?

HW53 FYH is a 2003 Yamaha FZ6, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is HW53 FYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW53 FYH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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