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SN53 GRX

2003 Yamaha TZR50

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,652 mi
Last recorded11,652 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TZR509,146 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 GRX
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR50
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,652 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 11,652 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 11,105 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Oct 2010 8,887 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 8,887 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2009 4,334 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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SN53 GRX is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50 in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SN53 GRX, 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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SN53 GRX is a 2003 Yamaha TZR50, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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