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DX03 XJC

2003 Yamaha -

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

63,330 mi
Last recorded63,330 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha -30,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 XJC
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2026 63,330 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened handbrake pivot. (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 62,881 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 62,881 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 62,495 miles

Nearside Rear Body panel slightly loose loose fixing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 62,226 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 61,604 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 60,469 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 60,318 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 60,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 60,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 56,978 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 13 Jul 2017 55,322 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 55,133 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear brake torque arm bolts only just in the nyloc part of nuts

Pass 16 Jul 2016 51,912 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 48,555 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 44,425 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 44,425 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 39,115 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 39,115 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 38,318 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 38,318 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 34,322 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 34,322 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2010 30,869 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 30,869 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 30,368 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 29,652 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 28,524 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha -?

Based on 2,722 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
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DX03 XJC is a 2003 Yamaha - in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha - models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 30,099 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 - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX03 XJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX03 XJC registered?

DX03 XJC is a 2003 Yamaha -, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is DX03 XJC safe to buy?

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