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PL03 HZT

2003 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,179 mi
Last recorded21,179 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YZF60016,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HZT
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 21,179 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 21,179 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 21,065 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 21,065 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 20,893 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 20,709 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 20,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 20,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 May 2014 20,603 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 20,741 miles

front brake binding slightly

rear suspension movement slightly stiff

Pass 3 May 2011 19,910 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 16,648 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 13,341 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 13,339 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 10,878 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 9,626 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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PL03 HZT is a 2003 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 16,451 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 HZT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL03 HZT registered?

PL03 HZT is a 2003 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 6 June 2003.

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