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BU03 EPY

2003 Yamaha Yzf R1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,042 mi
Last recorded18,042 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Yzf R116,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 EPY
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2012 18,042 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 16,264 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 15,287 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 12,781 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 9,513 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 6,023 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 6,023 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 5,243 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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BU03 EPY is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 EPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 EPY registered?

BU03 EPY is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BU03 EPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 EPY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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