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LJ03 HWV

2003 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

33,297 mi
Last recorded33,297 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 HWV
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 33,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamps corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 31,209 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 28,714 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 28,021 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 27,988 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 27,985 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 27,985 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 5 Nov 2014 27,797 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 27,797 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 27,606 miles

near side front fork dust cover split

Pass 11 Mar 2013 27,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 27,338 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 24,940 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 21,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 18,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 15,390 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 11,208 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 11,208 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 5,029 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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LJ03 HWV is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LJ03 HWV, 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 LJ03 HWV registered?

LJ03 HWV is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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