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SY03 DZM

2003 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,427 mi
Last recorded15,427 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 DZM
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 15,427 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 14,803 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 14,790 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 14,168 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 14,168 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 14,134 miles

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light when operated from front brake, light flickers slightly (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 14,102 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 14,018 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted o/s and n/s front (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2016 13,947 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 13,916 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 13,789 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 13,403 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 13,226 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 13,037 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 12,839 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 12,705 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 12,599 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 12,539 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 12,323 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 11,954 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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SY03 DZM is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SY03 DZM, 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 SY03 DZM registered?

SY03 DZM is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is SY03 DZM safe to buy?

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