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BU03 UNH

2003 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

32,673 mi
Last recorded32,673 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Yzf R614,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 UNH
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 32,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 32,665 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy

Wiring loom by the steering system slightly insecure

Fail 4 Sep 2024 32,654 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wiring harness insecure around the front steering/suspension components

Fail 2 Aug 2022 32,638 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Swing Arm to Shock Absorber Bracket (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Swing Arm to Shock Absorber bracket bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 32,386 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 25,431 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 25,431 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking Rear lower engine mounting bolt loose. (6.1.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 23,350 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 23,350 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 17,743 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 17,165 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 15,696 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 12,891 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,767 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 8,881 miles

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

Handlebar position close to tank on l/h side

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

some fairing screws missing

Pass 16 May 2006 6,201 miles

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
Full Yamaha Yzf R6 reliability report

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BU03 UNH is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 UNH, 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.

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

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