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BU03 LWR

2003 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha XT60012,600 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 LWR
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 19,814 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 18,836 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 16,789 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 15,830 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 13,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 12,487 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 11,549 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 11,549 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

bolts missing out of exhaust bracket but exhaust still secure

Pass 3 May 2013 10,383 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 9,413 miles

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2011 8,117 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 8,076 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 7,451 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 5,204 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 3,394 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 3,394 miles

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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BU03 LWR is a 2003 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 12,600 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 LWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU03 LWR registered?

BU03 LWR is a 2003 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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