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RX53 YLP

2003 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,270 mi
Last recorded6,270 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 YLP
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 6,270 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 6,270 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies from the front brake lever (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 5,935 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 4,957 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 4,356 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 3,146 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 3,146 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 2,009 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Aug 2010 1,976 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 13,380 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 13,380 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 11,781 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
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RX53 YLP is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YLP, 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.

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What year was RX53 YLP registered?

RX53 YLP is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is RX53 YLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 YLP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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