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OW52 KYR

2003 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,881 mi
Last recorded32,881 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XT60012,600 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW52 KYR
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 32,881 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 32,177 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 32,177 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 31,470 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 17,344 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 16,548 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 14,528 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play link arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Jun 2016 14,528 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play link arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 12,770 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 12,234 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 12,042 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 11,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 May 2011 11,321 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 11,321 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 May 2010 11,272 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 11,272 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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OW52 KYR is a 2003 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 12,600 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW52 KYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OW52 KYR registered?

OW52 KYR is a 2003 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 10 February 2003.

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