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AY03 DFD

2003 Yamaha R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

19,281 mi
Last recorded19,281 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 DFD
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 19,281 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 19,140 miles

Brake master cylinder slightly loose fluid reservoir (1.1.10 (c))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2025 19,140 miles

Brake master cylinder slightly loose fluid reservoir (1.1.10 (c))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 18,548 miles

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2024 18,523 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy end can (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 15,440 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 10,693 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 10,666 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 10,645 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 10,624 miles

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

n/s main beam not working

o/s dipped beam not working

Fail 20 Mar 2010 10,602 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 10,602 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 10,557 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 10,557 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 10,398 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 10,394 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 10,312 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?

Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
6,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,174
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 636
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 411
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AY03 DFD is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 14,355 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 R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY03 DFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was AY03 DFD registered?

AY03 DFD is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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