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LR52 LNJ

2003 Yamaha R6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,918 mi
Last recorded32,918 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 LNJ
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 32,918 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 32,897 miles

Position lamp not working low beam (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Engine mounting/bracket missing upper engine bolts missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2024 32,093 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 31,771 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 31,606 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

upper engine mounting bolt missing

Pass 17 Sep 2021 31,005 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 30,603 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 29,905 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 29,860 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2015 22,993 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 13,373 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 13,364 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 Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2010 12,551 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 Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 12,551 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009
Pass 11 Jun 2007 12,281 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 7,183 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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LR52 LNJ is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LR52 LNJ, 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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LR52 LNJ is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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