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R61 CJS

2003 Yamaha Yzf

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,793 mi
Last recorded17,793 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Yzf10,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 CJS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 17,793 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 17,592 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 17,579 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 17,579 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 15,473 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 15,473 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 11,989 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2016 11,989 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 11,868 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 11,599 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 11,254 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 13 May 2011 11,254 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 9,537 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 8,710 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 8,584 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 5,979 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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R61 CJS is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 10,142 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R61 CJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R61 CJS registered?

R61 CJS is a 2003 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is R61 CJS safe to buy?

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