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DX53 DCZ

2003 Yamaha R6

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

25,687 mi
Last recorded25,687 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 DCZ
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 May 2015 25,687 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2015 25,687 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 16,878 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 11,719 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2013 11,719 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 3 May 2012

day use only

Pass 25 Feb 2011 9,823 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 9,823 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 5,666 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 2,730 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Sep 2008 2,730 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Mar 2007 2,030 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

small metal fragments in both tyres

Pass 21 Mar 2007 2,030 miles

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

small metal fragments in both tyres

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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DX53 DCZ is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DX53 DCZ, 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.

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What year was DX53 DCZ registered?

DX53 DCZ is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is DX53 DCZ safe to buy?

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