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DK03 FTU

2003 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

41,195 mi
Last recorded41,195 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 FTU
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 41,195 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 41,195 miles

Central Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 41,071 miles

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

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 40,603 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 39,423 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 33,792 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 31,007 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2017 31,007 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 28,999 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 28,999 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 28,990 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 28,747 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 28,466 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 28,466 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2012 27,937 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 26,638 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 24,530 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 23,845 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 23,288 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 17,979 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 15,285 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?

Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
6,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,174
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 636
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 411
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DK03 FTU is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 14,355 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 R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK03 FTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK03 FTU registered?

DK03 FTU is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for DK03 FTU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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