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BU03 EVH

2003 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,347 mi
Last recorded10,347 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Yzf R116,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 EVH
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 10,347 miles

DAYTIME USE ONLY

Pass 26 Apr 2023 9,965 miles

DAYTIME USE ONLY

Pass 8 May 2017 9,173 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 9,128 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2015 9,128 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 9,021 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 9,021 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 May 2013 8,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 8,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2012 8,720 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 7,716 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 6,671 miles

Chain guard missing

Number plate reduced in size but can be easily read

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Dec 2009 6,671 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Number plate reduced in size but can be easily read

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 2,863 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 EVH is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EVH, 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

How do I check the history of BU03 EVH?

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What year was BU03 EVH registered?

BU03 EVH is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is BU03 EVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 EVH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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