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BU03 EPF

2003 Yamaha Yzf R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,646 mi
Last recorded53,646 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Yzf R614,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 EPF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 53,646 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 31,043 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 31,033 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 27,081 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 23,496 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 20,246 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 20,246 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 11,528 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 11,528 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 29 Mar 2008 10,827 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 10,827 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 7,016 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

The rear tyre has severe abrasions to the outer edge of the tread pattern

Pass 11 Apr 2007 7,016 miles

The rear tyre has severe abrasions to the outer edge of the tread pattern

Pass 25 Mar 2006 5,614 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 5,511 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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
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BU03 EPF is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BU03 EPF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 EPF registered?

BU03 EPF is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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