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RX53 YBJ

2003 Yamaha R6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,372 mi
Last recorded12,372 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 YBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 12,372 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 11,817 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 10,592 miles

rear shock linkage slight play

Pass 3 Apr 2023 9,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 9,047 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 8,110 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 7,917 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 7,081 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 7,039 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 6,193 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 6,095 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 6,009 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 5,995 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 5,945 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 5,632 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 5,632 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 5,419 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 4,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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RX53 YBJ 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 88.9%.

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 RX53 YBJ, 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

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What year was RX53 YBJ registered?

RX53 YBJ is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is RX53 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 YBJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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