CarVerify

Free Car Check

MF53 LSK

2003 Yamaha R6

Silver Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,184 mi
Last recorded12,184 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 LSK
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 12,184 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2026 12,184 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam 50% of the dipped beam is not working - (Offside) (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant expansion bottle empty

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 10,473 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 10,433 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 10,388 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 10,312 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 10,058 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 9,631 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 9,494 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 9,401 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 9,047 miles

front brale pads low

Pass 15 Apr 2013 7,955 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 7,847 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,420 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 6,460 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 5,862 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 4,402 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 3,800 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
Full Yamaha R6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MF53 LSK is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MF53 LSK, 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

How do I check the history of MF53 LSK?

You can check the full history of MF53 LSK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MF53 LSK registered?

MF53 LSK is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is MF53 LSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 LSK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF53 LSK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MF53 LSK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.