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SF03 FWX

2003 Yamaha YZF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

45,396 mi
Last recorded45,396 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YZF60016,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 FWX
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 45,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 43,743 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 39,321 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 39,321 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2021 39,229 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 35,480 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2020 35,474 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 35,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 34,128 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 34,128 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2017 33,355 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 28,721 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 28,248 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 27,737 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 27,397 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 26,653 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 25,239 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 24,346 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 22,859 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 19,439 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 19,439 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 17,005 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 14,622 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2006 12,288 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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SF03 FWX is a 2003 Yamaha YZF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 SF03 FWX, 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 SF03 FWX registered?

SF03 FWX is a 2003 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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