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AE03 VRV

2003 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,931 mi
Last recorded42,931 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Yzf R614,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VRV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 42,931 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 42,931 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2024 40,316 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Slight play in rear suspension linkage (5.3.3 (d))

Fail 11 May 2024 40,316 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Slight play in rear suspension linkage (5.3.3 (d))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 39,712 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 39,150 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 38,675 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 37,134 miles

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

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

tyre valve split

Pass 16 Mar 2017 36,501 miles

front and rear tyres scuffed on both edges

rear brake pads wearing down

small rear number plate fitted

Fail 16 Mar 2017 36,501 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front and rear tyres scuffed on both edges

rear brake pads wearing down

small rear number plate fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2015 34,900 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 32,177 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 31,586 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 29,462 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 27,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 24,862 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

slight movement in rear swinging arm

Pass 17 Jul 2009 22,011 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 19,799 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 16,933 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 8,770 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 8,770 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
Full Yamaha Yzf R6 reliability report

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AE03 VRV is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 14,260 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 Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 VRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE03 VRV registered?

AE03 VRV is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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