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KE53 VZJ

2003 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

18,255 mi
Last recorded18,255 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 VZJ
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 18,255 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 18,235 miles

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

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

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

Front tyre cracked not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 18,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 18,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 15 May 2015 18,000 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 18,000 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 17,594 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 16,630 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2009 13,301 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 13,301 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2007 11,774 miles

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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KE53 VZJ is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KE53 VZJ, 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 KE53 VZJ registered?

KE53 VZJ is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 13 December 2003.

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