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DX53 DUU

2003 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,075 mi
Last recorded36,075 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 DUU
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 36,075 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front front forks misting oil on stanchions

Pass 2 May 2025 35,918 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 35,368 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 34,630 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 33,290 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 32,377 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 30,565 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 29,458 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 29,412 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2016 29,135 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 28,193 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 May 2014 27,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 26,443 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 25,778 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 23,956 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 23,059 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 19,233 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 18,117 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 18,088 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear indicators none standard

Pass 21 Oct 2006 12,683 miles

Front 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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DX53 DUU is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DUU, 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 DX53 DUU registered?

DX53 DUU is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is DX53 DUU safe to buy?

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