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SP03 FKF

2003 Yamaha R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,120 mi
Last recorded28,120 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 FKF
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 28,120 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 27,659 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono linkage play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 27,659 miles

Nearside Handlebar retaining device missing lock bolt missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Handlebar retaining device missing lock bolt missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono linkage play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 25,606 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 25,606 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 24,489 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 20,420 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 20,420 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure rear right passenger footrest/exhaust mount insicure and missing bolt (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 18,280 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 18,280 miles

number plate light inop

Pass 30 Mar 2016 17,275 miles

number plate light inop

rear stop,tail,and indicator lights are intergraited

Fail 13 Apr 2015 15,530 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,530 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 13,890 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 13,890 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 9 Mar 2013 12,497 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 9,592 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 6,421 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010
Fail 15 Apr 2010 5,419 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 5,419 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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SP03 FKF is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SP03 FKF, 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 SP03 FKF registered?

SP03 FKF is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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